Head of Rosprirodnadzor of the Russian Federation Radionova: a humpback whale was rescued in the Barents Sea
The humpback whale Stanislav was rescued in the Barents Sea. The release of the animal from fishing gear was announced by the head of Rosprirodnadzor of the Russian Federation Svetlana Radionova in Telegram.
“We managed to remove the rope from the whale. After a two-hour chase and several unsuccessful attempts, rescuers managed to throw a hook with a knife onto a rope that was squeezing the animal’s neck and mouth,” the publication says.
According to her, the rescue of the animal was carried out by rescuers, social activists and scientists, as well as the Norilsk Nickel company, which invested money in the release of the whale and provided technical support.
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