Did humpback whale die after becoming entangled in fishing gear?

Humpback whale found on Scots beach died 'after getting tangled in creel lines'

When fully grown the mammals can reach up to 56 feet (17 metres) in length and may live for around 50 years.

Humpback whale found on beach died after entanglement in creel lines, tests show

The juvenile female was found dead on a sand bank at Loch Fleet nature reserve, Sutherland.

Did humpback whale die after becoming entangled in fishing gear?

Whales are often found dead on beaches, having died for a range of reasons, including fishing pollution, vessel strikes, and predation.

Humpback whale in Highlands died after 'entanglement in creel lines'

A young whale that washed up on a sandbank at a Scottish nature reserve is believed to have died after becoming entangled in creel lines.

Humpback whale found on beach died after entanglement in creel lines, tests show

A humpback whale which washed up at a Scottish nature reserve died after becoming tangled in creel lines, tests have suggested.