Missing-tailed humpback whale Catalyst, emaciated from entanglement, spotted near Campbell River, BC.
A humpback whale nicknamed Catalyst, missing its tail flukes due to entanglement, was spotted near Campbell River, BC. The Marine Education and Research Society reports the whale's emaciated state due to its inability to move and feed adequately. With a low chance of survival, the group urges boaters to stay at least 200 meters away and report sightings. The incident highlights the ongoing issue of humpback whales being entangled in fishing gear.
July 13, 2024
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