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Tragic Humpback Whale Dies After Entanglement in Oregon

11/20/2025

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A young humpback whale died after entanglement in crab pot lines off the Oregon Coast.
Rescuers and bystanders worked nearly 48 hours before euthanizing the 28-foot, 9-ton whale on November 17 due to poor condition.
Oceana Fisheries Campaign Director Ben Enticknap called for conservation measures to prevent such incidents.
Enticknap noted that entanglements in Oregon have reached record levels.
The remains were collected for cultural use by local tribal members.

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Story summary

A young humpback whale died after entanglement in crab pot lines off the Oregon Coast.
Rescuers and bystanders worked nearly 48 hours before euthanizing the 28-foot, 9-ton whale on November 17 due to poor condition.
Oceana Fisheries Campaign Director Ben Enticknap called for conservation measures to prevent such incidents.
Enticknap noted that entanglements in Oregon have reached record levels.
The remains were collected for cultural use by local tribal members.