B.C. rescue group sees alarming surge in wildlife severely injured by discarded fishing gear

As the outdoor recreation season kicks off, the Wildlife Rescue Association of BC is seeing an alarming surge in severe wildlife injuries caused by discarded fishing gear. In the past few weeks, the organization has received eight reports of wildlife injured by fishing gear at lakes across Metro Vancouver.

“Rescuing birds that have become entangled in fishing line or swallowed a fishing lure, and are still flighted is an incredibly challenging, and sometimes impossible task. It involves very careful planning, extensive resources and a lot of luck,” said Jackie McQuillan, the organization’s support centre manager “They are amongst our most difficult rescue scenarios, and why prevention really is the key.

“Pollution of any kind is incredibly deadly for wildlife. These cases highlight the profound impact human actions can have on urban and other wildlife. Together, we are responsible for the well-being of our local wildlife as we co-exist together,” said McQuillan.

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