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vessel strikes
Coverage of vessel strikes in the Nexus archive.
Center for Coastal Studiesorganization1Marine Animal Entanglement Response teamorganization1Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuaryplace1Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuaryorganization1Maria Harveyperson1Massachusettsplace1Entanglementtopic1Tony Anthonyperson1Chris DeSousaperson1Michael Pickettperson1Will Saveryperson1Loggerhead Marine Life Centerorganization1Jupiterplace1Zoeytopic1
- Humpback whale caught in fishing rope freed off Massachusetts: ‘It was an honor,’ rescuers said
A young humpback whale was rescued from fishing gear entanglement off Massachusetts' Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary. Rescuers used a specialized tool to cut the rope anchoring the whale, and the animal is expected to recover despite previous injuries. Collaboration between the Marine Animal Entanglement Response team and the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary was highlighted.
- Group of friends attempt to rescue wounded sea turtle off coast of Jupiter
A group of friends rescued a severely injured green sea turtle named Zoey off the coast of Jupiter, Florida, but the turtle later died despite their efforts. The Loggerhead Marine Life Center confirmed the turtle had life-threatening injuries from a boat strike during nesting season.