The patience of that whale was extraordinary (Video)

Off the coast of the Italian island Lipari, a Sperm whale faced the consequences of illegal fishing. It spent a considerable amount of time trapped up by unwanted human materials. The large net covered most of its tail and caused visible irritation. Along with the net, there were heavy brass balls that also inhibited the whale’s actions. With an ocean home once vast and undisturbed, it is heartbreaking to witness the extent to which fishing has taken over and affected sea creatures. 

Many viewers instantly pointed out the calm and gentle nature of the whale. It was stated that the creature clearly knew what the divers were doing and accepted their kind attempts to be of assistance. Despite perhaps having faced prior harm from other humans, this whale kept still so the group of divers could help. They made good and quick work, cutting away the net until the creature was completely free. One user commented: “I love this! It demonstrates how intelligent whales really are.” Many users agreed with this sentiment. Not only did the animal keep still while the divers were busy, but it also didn’t try to hit them with its tail.   

The whale clearly knew what the divers were doing

Many animals have a great capacity for understanding and empathy. You can hear the whale made “thank you” noises after being freed from the net. There is an increased need to help our oceans and their beautiful inhabitants. Videos like these demonstrate how severe conditions in the underwater world have become. Animals above and underwater have experienced an increasing onslaught to their environments and their population numbers. Watch the video, the whale rescue was successful.