I would contact the new (relatively new) director of science at The Newark
Museum. That's in your neighborhood and, as I recall, there were several
whale vertebrae in the collection. I can't remember the species, but if you
can be flexible they may prove to be a great resource. The number is
937-596-6550.
Carol Bossert, Ph.D.
CB Services
Olney, MD
301-260-0250
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