\n Fire crews were called to the river near the B&B Hotel on Wednesday after reports that what appeared to be a porpoise had been seen in the water.\n<\/p>\n
\n The animal was reported to be in the stretch of river close to the town centre, attracting attention from passers-by and onlookers.\n<\/p>\n
\n A porpoise has been seen in the River Gipping (Image: Ashleigh Collins)\n<\/p>\n
\n A porpoise in the River Gipping (Image: Ashleigh Collins)\n<\/p>\n
\n It is not yet known exactly what species the animal is, although witnesses believe it could be a porpoise. Emergency services attended the scene to assess the situation and monitor the animal’s welfare.\n<\/p>\n
\n Harbour porpoises are usually found in coastal waters around the UK, but they can occasionally travel into estuaries and tidal rivers.\n<\/p>\n
\n A porpoise has been seen in the River Gipping (Image: Ashleigh Collins)\n<\/p>\n
\n A porpoise has been seen in the River Gipping (Image: Ashleigh Collins)\n<\/p>\n
\n The River Gipping becomes the tidal River Orwell downstream of Stoke Bridge, providing a route from the North Sea into the heart of Ipswich.\n<\/p>\n
\n Anyone who spots a marine mammal in difficulty is advised not to approach it and to contact the appropriate rescue organisations.\n<\/p>\n
\n A porpoise has been seen in the River Gipping (Image: Ashleigh Collins)\n<\/p>\n
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