The bits of dead bird, crab shells, bone fragments, cuttle fish, and the like get chewed and go down without any problem but on three occasions there have been
discarded fish hooks attached.
If you're visiting a beach that's popular for fishing watch out for
discarded fish hooks.
In addition, be mindful of items that may injure paw pads, such as broken shells, glass or even
discarded fish hooks.
Not exact matches
This poster by Peter Hodgson highlights the crux of BirdLife International's Albatross campaign — populations are nearing extinction because of deaths caused when the birds accidentally eat
fishing hooks left in bait or
discarded after
fishing trips.
While it's always encouraging to hear stories of aquatic creatures saved from ocean debris, especially
discarded fishing nets, lines and
hooks — for every one heartwarming rescue, there are countless sad endings for marine life.