I saw this unfortunate Cormorant a few days ago at Swanpool. The RSPB site says they do not (apparently), deal with injured birds, which I could maybe understand if it was an act of nature but this is a man made problem. The RSPCA said they were aware of the situation and were monitoring it daily! What do they think is going to happen? certainly the fishing line/net is not going to just fall off. Maybe they are monitoring how long it takes it to starve to death. Myself and Peter from the Swanpool Cafe did try to approach it but it moved further away. I'm sure that one of the professional organisation, with their expertise could manage to rescue the poor thing. Hopefully, it has now been dealt with one way or another.
Poor bird. It may be that the act of capturing an adult bird would stress it far too much. Try RSPCA, who have far more in the way of specialist equipment and medical facilities.
ReplyDeleteSo sad :(
ReplyDeletesad story, we were already very often on the beach, what is being washed up on nets and fishing line plus filth is amazing ...
ReplyDeletegreetings Frank
I wonder how many more ways we can devise to screw up the planet and affect its wildlife in this way. No doubt there are responsible fisher folk but when one sees the amount of discarded line, lead weights still being used etc. one has to wonder where they are. I applaud you, John, for your concern and for the fact that you tried to do something. I hope people will remember the inadequate response of these two organizations when their charitable donations decisions are made.
ReplyDeleteI wonder how many more ways we can devise to screw up the planet and affect its wildlife in this way. No doubt there are responsible fisher folk but when one sees the amount of discarded line, lead weights still being used etc. one has to wonder where they are. I applaud you, John, for your concern and for the fact that you tried to do something. I hope people will remember the inadequate response of these two organizations when their charitable donations decisions are made.
ReplyDeleteWhat a shame!!!.. :-(((
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures, but a regrettable situation.
ReplyDeleteRegards,
JR
A sad sight indeed. Hopefully it will make it but i fear the worst for this individual.
ReplyDeleteA distressing sight. I've no idea how easy it is to net Cormorants but it's clearly not going to last long without intervention. I do hope someone was able to help.
ReplyDeleteMerveilleux portraits. Bravo à vous. Original avec ses brindilles.
ReplyDeleteHorrendous! Gill nets are continual killers and there are thousands of lost and discarded nets in the ocean. Monofilament nets do not degrade and kill for years. Great post
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ReplyDeleteI saw this bird for the first time a week ago! It was very unfortunate to see. I have been down several times to attempt to capture the bird using a specific telescopic noose that we use for ringing, but it just isn't tame (or weak) enough yet. I really hope we manage to get it and free the cord from its neck. A very distressing sight :(
ReplyDeleteMany thanks Ben,my fingers are crossed.
ReplyDeleteJohn.
That's a very sad sight indeed, John. The bird must be suffering terribly. I'm not surprised that the RSPB weren't interested - there's no money in it for them, and they don't seem to give a damn about their image! I guess that the RSPCA haven't got the skills or resources to capture the bird until it weakens. I'm keeping my fingers crossed too, and I'd be interested to hear any updates.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes - - - - Richard
Did you ever get to hear whether this poor bird was helped by anyone?
ReplyDeleteHi David.
ReplyDeleteYes,Ben Porter has a telescopic noose,and has made several attempts to capture the bird,no luck so far.
Hope for an happy ending.
John.
I will keep my fingers crossed. Thanks for the update.
DeleteHi Mate this is horrible and needs to be dealt with, I do know the staff at RSPCA St Columb, as my brother in law is a volunteer driver for them and I accompany him when animals & birds are transported up to the hospital at West hatch in Somerset, I have tried to ring them this morning but the are closed on Wednesdays, Their No is 01637 881455 and I will try again tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteThanks mate.
ReplyDeleteJohn.
Poor birds... They are injured more often now due to the cruelty of people. And how many of them have been bound by balloons! The pictures are even unbearable to look at.
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Many thanks for all your comments,I've paid a couple all visits to Swanpool,no sign of the injured Cormorant,fingers crossed,for happy ending.
ReplyDeleteJohn.
Terrible! So sad!
ReplyDeletegreetings,
Maria
That's a very sad story....!
ReplyDeleteHave a great Christmas !!
Hi John and Sue: I wish for you the very best for 2016 with joy and happiness as constants in your life. If you make it over here be sure to let me know and I'll help you in any way that I can.
ReplyDeleteMany thanks David.
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year my fried.. Best wishes for 2016
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year !!!!!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year. Here we have recycle tubes at most boat ramps for fishing line, but we still have thoughtless people who still throw it away, creating problems for wildlife.
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