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Whale and Calf Rescued from Shark Net Dangers
10/9/2025
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Story summary
- A humpback whale and calf entangled in a shark net were freed on September 17.
- The incident highlights shark nets' dangers: they protect swimmers but trap marine life.
- Dr. Olaf Meynecke said the mother wrapped the calf in the net.
- It was the first case of four whales trapped simultaneously in shark nets.
- Vanessa Pirotta urged removing nets during winter.
