ABC News – Australia ·australia ·1 hour ago

More curious fur seals are getting trapped in discarded fishing gear

Australia's marine rescue organisation reported a seven percent increase in fur seal entanglements in fishing gear along the NSW coast last year, with over 30 call-outs recorded. The curious seals attempt to steal bait from recreational fishers, often becoming trapped in lines and hooks.

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