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Most common cause of whale entanglements off British Columbia's coast in 2024?
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Humpback Whale Freed from Rope and Buoys After Four-Day Rescue in British Columbia
Sep 12, 2024, 03:40 PM
A dramatic four-day rescue operation has successfully freed a humpback whale entangled in fishing gear, rope, and buoys in the Hecate Strait off British Columbia's North Coast, Canada. The whale, which was trapped in netting, was finally cut free after a prolonged effort by rescue teams. This significant rescue highlights the ongoing challenges faced by marine wildlife due to fishing activities.
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