Cetacean entanglements 2023

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Cetacean entanglement is a major threat to cetaceans worldwide. It occurs when whales, dolphins, and porpoises get entangled in commercial fishing and aquaculture gear (both active and derelict).

2023 Entanglements

Date Animal Location Country Details
August 9 Humpback whale Fremantle Australia An estimated 10-metre-long humpback whale was reported to be entangled off the coast of Fremantle, south of Perth. [1]