{"id":553800,"date":"2026-04-27T19:37:12","date_gmt":"2026-04-27T19:37:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/553800\/"},"modified":"2026-04-27T19:37:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T19:37:12","slug":"magnus-the-walrus-makes-yet-another-moray-stop","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/553800\/","title":{"rendered":"Magnus the walrus makes yet another Moray stop"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A wandering walrus that has captured attention across Scotland has once again returned to Moray.<\/p>\n<p>The large marine mammal, nicknamed \u201cMagnus\u201d, has been making a series of surprise appearances along the north-east coast in recent days.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rthmb\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg xmlns=\" http:=\"\" viewbox=\"0 0 505 506\" alt=\"Magnus in Findochty. Picture: The Admirals\" data-root=\"\/_media\/img\/\" data-path=\"VQY4UEAZ9NZD0YU4QF1R.jpg\" data-ar=\"1.00\"\/>Magnus in Findochty. Picture: The Admirals<\/p>\n<p>Measuring an estimated 8ft in length and weighing several hundred kilograms, the Arctic visitor was <a href=\"https:\/\/www.northern-scot.co.uk\/news\/harbour-cordoned-off-as-walrus-makes-exceptionally-rare-visi-432994\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">first spotted in Lossiemouth<\/a> on April 21, where its arrival led to the town\u2019s marina being temporarily cordoned off.<\/p>\n<p>After departing the following day, Magnus continued his journey <a href=\"https:\/\/www.northern-scot.co.uk\/news\/magnus-the-walrus-makes-visit-to-macduff-harbour-433207\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">reappearing near Macduff<\/a> just 24 hours later before once again moving on.<\/p>\n<p>This morning, the walrus was sighted in Findochty, marking yet another stop in its unusual tour of the region.<\/p>\n<p>Authorities have urged the public to enjoy the spectacle from a safe distance.<\/p>\n<p>In a statement, Police Scotland said: \u201cOver the past few days, we have had an unusual visitor from the Arctic to our shores in the North East.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rthmb\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg xmlns=\" http:=\"\" viewbox=\"0 0 1179 871\" alt=\"Magnus pictured at Macduff harbour.\" data-root=\"\/_media\/img\/\" data-path=\"FD2XE6ZTS4P1M7764MG4.jpg\" data-ar=\"1.35\"\/>Magnus pictured at Macduff harbour.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe appreciate this has caused a lot of excitement and people are naturally keen for a glimpse.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe would be grateful should our visiting walrus pull ashore, that the <a href=\"https:\/\/bdmlr.org.uk\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">British Divers Marine Life Rescue<\/a> (BDMLR) are contacted on 01825 765546.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cYou can also call Police Scotland on 101 to advise us of the walrus\u2019 location.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOur Wildlife Crime team and local policing teams are working closely with BDMLR to ensure the wellbeing of the walrus and members of the public.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>BDMLR guidance stresses the importance of keeping a safe distance, allowing the animal to rest undisturbed after what is likely a long and exhausting journey.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rthmb\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg xmlns=\" http:=\"\" viewbox=\"0 0 4666 3498\" alt=\"The walrus pictured in Lossiemouth. Picture: Kevin Lynch\" data-root=\"\/_media\/img\/\" data-path=\"52YZRXDB86OFX8DMH8XX.jpg\" data-ar=\"1.33\"\/>The walrus pictured in Lossiemouth. Picture: Kevin Lynch<\/p>\n<p>Magnus has become something of a local celebrity. However, experts caution that his presence is not typical.<\/p>\n<p>Walruses do not usually venture as far south as Scotland, but sightings have become more frequent in recent years.<\/p>\n<p>Scientists believe this may be linked to climate change and the loss of Arctic sea ice, forcing animals like Magnus into unfamiliar waters in search of rest and resources.<\/p>\n<p>    Do you want to respond to this article? 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