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Recent whale deaths highlight risks from Antarctica's booming krill fishery
Two humpback whales were found dead and another injured in nets used for krill fishing near Antarctica.
The U.S., China, Russia, and others failed to reach conservation agreements during recent negotiations, lifting some fishing limits.
The krill fishery, critical for Antarctica's ecosystem, faces challenges from increased fishing, rising temperatures, and demand for omega-3 supplements.