Overfishing: Oceans Are Dying
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| Humpback whale trapped in controversial fishing line |
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| Monday, 24 August 2009 17:38 | |||
Long lines, sometimes covering several miles, are left floating out in deep waters and have baited hooks placed on them every few metres. The fishing method has drawn criticism from conservation groups because they indiscriminately hook unwanted catches such as passing turtles, sharks and whales. Sadly for this female, she got snared near the Tongan island of Vava'u. Despite breaking free, she was left wrapped up in the line with several of the hooks imbedded in her flesh. Singaporean diver Tony Wu, 42, who lives in Tonga, came across the struggling gentle giant while snorkelling on August 11. In a further tragic twist, the bleeding and handicapped whale was attracting predators looking for an easy meal... Read Full Article 
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The southern-hemisphere humpback became entangled in a long line and was spotted by a snorkeller last week fighting for her life.
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