Freya the walrus: Celebrity mammal which was put down in Norway honoured with life-size sculpture

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A bronze sculpture of Freya has been unveiled at the Oslo marina - not far from where she was seen relaxing last summer.

A 600kg walrus which found global fame for her antics in the Oslo fjord before being put down has been honoured with a life-size sculpture.

Freya, named after the Norse goddess of beauty and love, became a popular attraction in Norway after she clambered onto small boats to sunbathe and sunk them as she rested along the coast last summer. Walrus expert Rune Aae and campaign organiser Erik Holm unveiled the sculpture. Pic: APFans had been warned not to get too close to the 1,300lb mammal, and it was hoped she would eventually leave of her own accord.

However, authorities said people had not followed recommendations to keep a safe distance away from the massive animal.evidence of people having thrown things at the walrusNow a bronze sculpture of Freya has been unveiled at the Oslo marina - not far from where she was seen relaxing during the summer months of 2022.

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