Whale Thieves Busted – National Geographic Kids Blogs

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This story isn’t about thieves smuggling whales, but whales who are thieves! New footage catches sperm whales in the act of snatching fish from fishing lines. Scientists got the incredible shots from underwater cameras attached to fishing equipment. These smart whales were able to shake the fish from the line without injuring themselves. Watch a video of the fish heist below.

Learn more about the thieving whales on National Geographic News.

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Comments

278webkinz
June 5, 2009, 11:49 am

That is so wierd!wWhat’s next dogs stealing kibble when our backs are turned.After that who knows what will happen?!HAY what if this happens again then what do we do?!Who eversupplys the fisherman better stock up on whale proof netting.
marinebiologist802
June 7, 2009, 1:28 pm

Wow. That sure is…something! Haha, I like what 278webkinz said. Actually…maybe fish will be stealing worms, somehow! Nice video. Very interesting.
gilly
June 9, 2009, 11:19 am

that is pretty crazy

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