Whale shark rescued from fishing net in Cagayan, Philippines

A whale shark, locally known as a 'butanding,' was accidentally caught in a fishing net in Barangay Caroan, Gonzaga, Cagayan, and was safely released back into the sea by fishermen.

15 May, 14:13 — 15 May, 14:13

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Trapped whale shark rescued in Cagayan

TUGUEGARAO CITY — A butanding, or whale shark, was accidentally caught in a fishing net and was safely released back into the sea in Barangay Caroan, Gonzaga, Cagayan on Thursday. Fishermen worked together to free the whale shark from the net before leading it back into deeper waters with the help of a motorboat. READ:

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Whale shark rescued from fishing net in Cagayan, Philippines

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