Humpback whales entangled in fishing gear suffer significant pain and may die from exhaustion. Disentanglement responses save lives and reduce suffering.
Entangled whales drag fishing gear that cuts deeply into their bodies, impairing movement, feeding, and breathing. The suffering of entangled whales - documented through behavioral observation - can extend for months. Disentanglement saves individual lives while ropeless fishing technology addresses the root cause.