Warning Issued About Fishing Lines After Blue Heron Killed, Turtle Injured

BALTIMORE (WJZ) — After a blue heron was found dead, tangled in a fishing line in a tree, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources issued a reminder to Maryland fishers — please dispose fishing gear properly after use.
“With fishing season back in full swing, we want to remind anglers to properly dispose of their fishing line and tackle. Improperly disposed of fishing line presents a serious risk to birds and other wildlife, causing entanglement, which can result in strangu