Cheryl also said it is illegal to remove any part of a whale that has been washed ashore.
Once on the scene, Cheryl believes that the animal was either a large minke whale or a small fin whale.
Torridge Council has been called upon to have the carcass removed – which could be very expensive.
They will need to remove it soon as many people are anxious to get a picture of themselves with it!
Share away, people.