Watch: Diver Frees Manta Ray Entangled in a Fishing Line

Watch: Diver Frees Manta Ray Entangled in a Fishing Line

This stunning footage was shot in the waters off the coast of Costa Rica's Bat Islands, made it online just days ago

  • Science
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • February 22nd, 2014
Artificial Muscles Made from Fishing Line, Sewing Thread Are Super-Strong

Artificial Muscles Made from Fishing Line, Sewing Thread Are Super-Strong

The muscles are 100 times stronger than human ones, could be used to power robots

Humpback Whale Gets Caught in a Fishing Line, Its Buddy Refuses to Leave Its Side

Humpback Whale Gets Caught in a Fishing Line, Its Buddy Refuses to Leave Its Side

Rescuers eventually manage to free the entangled whale

Watch: Orca Steals Halibut from a Fishing Line

Watch: Orca Steals Halibut from a Fishing Line

The animal plunges at the fish out of nowhere, shocks the men in the boat

Humpback Whale Entangled in Fishing Gear Is Rescued by Divers

Humpback Whale Entangled in Fishing Gear Is Rescued by Divers

Roughly 200 feet (61 meters) of line had to be removed from around the animal's body

Bald Eagle Stuck Upside Down in a Tree Is Rescued by Firefighters

Bald Eagle Stuck Upside Down in a Tree Is Rescued by Firefighters

The bird accidentally got caught in a fishing line, needed urgent help

Watch: Dolphin Caught in a Fishing Line Asks for Help from Divers

Watch: Dolphin Caught in a Fishing Line Asks for Help from Divers

The animal swims towards them, patiently waits to be freed