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Wildlife scientists report increase in dolphin fishing line entanglements in Indian River Lagoon

Wildlife scientists report increase in dolphin fishing line entanglements in Indian River Lagoon
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Scientists monitoring wildlife in the Indian River Lagoon reported a sharp increase in dolphins entangled in fishing line. The cases have risen significantly, raising concerns among researchers.

The Indian River Lagoon faces growing threats to its marine life from fishing gear. Wildlife scientists track

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