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Humpback whale entangled in fishing gear off San Pedro worries biologists
Original: Biologists fear for humpback whale seen entangled in fishing gear near San Pedro
A humpback whale has been spotted entangled in fishing gear near San Pedro, in the waters off the Los Angeles area. Biologists monitoring the animal say they fear for its health, as entanglements can cause serious injury and prevent whales from feeding. Efforts to locate and potentially disentangle the whale are a concern for rescue teams, and the case highlights the ongoing risk fishing gear poses to marine life along the California coast.
Why now: An entangled whale near a major port is a time-sensitive animal welfare story that raises public concern for its survival.
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- Biologists fear for humpback whale seen entangled in fishing gear near San Pedro · Los Angeles Times
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