Pod of melon-headed whales beached in Hokota , about 60 miles from Tokyo . Rescuers worked tirelessly to save creatures , but only three survived . 146 helpless dolphins were 'dead or dying ' as rescue operation called off . Scientists believe creatures ended up on shore after being disorientated .
Pod of melon-headed whales beached in Hokota , 60 miles from Tokyo . Rescuers worked tirelessly to save creatures , but only three survived . 146 helpless dolphins were 'dead or dying ' as rescue operation called off . Scientists believe creatures ended up on shore after being disorientated .