Beluga whale found wearing harness

A beluga whale found wearing a harness is raising red flags with Norwegian officials and prompting speculation it may have escaped from a Russian military facility.
 
The whale's harness appears to be Russian made, branding the words "equipment Saint Petersburg" on the strap, which features a mount for an action camera.

Norwegian officials say the beluga was reportedly actively seeking and nudging boats last week.

On Friday a Norwegian fisherman joined the whale in the frigid waters, freeing it from the harness.

Norway's military reportedly showed great interest in the harness .

The country's largest newspaper has reported Russia has started training whales for special operations in the Arctic.