A famous walrus in Norway was killed by the government because they thought it was too close to humans. The Director General at the Norwegian Directorate of Fisheries said on Sunday that the 1,300 pound walrus named Freya was euthanized because it was becoming too dangerous to the public. The decision to kill the animal was made based on the continued threat to human safety. After flopping itself into boats near the fjord, Freya made a lot of noise this summer. She was able to catch a little tan in the sun, minding her own business as people looked on. Norwegian officials say that it may be the same people who are to blame. They decided to put the animal down because of the large crowds that would form around her. Spectators would approach and take selfies, something the government says was towing the line of potential harm, and so officials warned everyone to stay away. Some people are angry that the animal was euthanized because it would eventually swim away on its own. "We have sympathy for the fact that the decision can cause reactions with the public, but I am firm that this was the right call," said the director. We have a lot of respect for animal welfare, but human life and safety are more important.
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