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Sea lion, with nylon strings and piece of fishing net wrapped around his neck that caused him a deep wound. Hundreds of thousands of marine animals (fish, reptiles, birds and mammals) die every year in abandoned fishing gear in the ocean; cables, ghost ne. Date
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Sea Lion's Fashion Faux Pas: When Fishing Nets Become Necklaces!". In this photo print, we witness a sea lion who has unintentionally become the latest fashion victim of the ocean. Sporting an unconventional accessory made up of nylon strings and a piece of fishing net wrapped around his neck, this stylish marine mammal is making quite the statement. But don't be fooled by his trendy appearance! This poor sea lion suffered a deep wound caused by these entangled materials. Sadly, he is just one among hundreds of thousands of marine animals that fall victim to abandoned fishing gear in our vast oceans. This picture serves as a powerful reminder of the devastating impact human activities can have on our precious wildlife. From cables to ghost nets, plastic debris poses a grave threat to fish, reptiles, birds, and mammals alike. The dramatic scene captured here highlights the urgent need for action against aquatic pollution. It's truly disgusting how discarded waste can lead to such unnecessary death and destruction in our seas. Let this image serve as both an environmental wake-up call and a plea for change. Together, let's combat marine litter and protect our beautiful oceans from becoming dumping grounds for plastic garbage. Remember: when it comes to fashion choices for our underwater friends, let's leave them with their natural beauty intact – no more necklaces made out of dangerous debris!
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