Scientists unearthing major whale fossil hoard in Chile

14 November 2011 Last updated at 07:35 ET Help

Scientists are in the process of excavating a desert fossil bed in Chile containing dozens of whole skeletons of ancient whales dating back seven million years.

One of the researchers said 15 whales were found in 15 days, far exceeding expectations.

Carolina Robino reports.

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