Saving Hundreds Of Whales From A ‘Whale Trap’ | BBC Earth Witness | BBC Studios

[@kraftykatskorner]

I wish we lived in a world where this kind of news was the only news worth broadcasting across all channels and stations...

[@SatumainenOlento]

Exactly! I think that the world would start changing rapidly better if we had news like these! ❤

[@zerocal76]

I have the same wish. I think a real chance at having that world is sharing these kind of stories often and with everyone we know. Yeah, maybe few will watch, maybe none will comment but if we keep sharing they unavoidably see there's a lot more that matters in the world that the idi otic tiktok clips that go viral. Force some sense into ppl in a nice way? If you help change ONE persons perspective, you achieved something. Rinse and repeat thru the globe and things will get better! 👍👍

[@toidIllorTAmI]

That would be peace on earth.

[@katherinevickers6247]

It’s all about money, and happy stories don’t make enough of it to support media platforms :,(

[@appathegoat]

That seems kind of dangerous… you only want positive news? I think North Korea could probably help you with that, I bet everything’s positive on their state news stations!

[@lennarthagen3638]

Respect to u guys. Whales are BEAUTIFUL.

[@cattymajiv]

So are the people that help whales, or any other animals.

[@karlscher5170]

and stupid

[@lennarthagen3638]

@@cattymajiv Yes they are,

[@arinjoydutta]

Truly commendable......my sincere gratitude to all the volunteers.....love you all......

[@bxlis]

thank you to all those caring people. i live far from new zealand and where i live theres no ocean. you are the only people who can do it to protect those animals. if i was living there i would do the same join to you. thank you so much

[@annakeye]

@@Hannari-xt6nr What is the point you are trying to make? I see you made an equally dense comment about veganism helping. If you can explain how going vegan stops whale and dolphin strandings, I'd be interested to know because I can't really see the connection.

[@bxlis]

@@annakeye she’s just bored on her bed

[@shookbrii]

@@Hannari-xt6nr I get your point but the world isn't black and white like that. There are also people that do terrible things to some people, yet amazing things for other people. World is full of hypocrisy and ignorance, gotta try to see the good in people or we'll go crazy. Comments like your original wont change anyones opinion, neither will mine im sure but eh. new year resolution i'll stop reading comments lol.

[@shookbrii]

there are likely a lot of other things in your area you can help with! whether it's animals, people or the environment, we need more caring people

[@shookbrii]

@@Hannari-xt6nr I don't, now what?

[@thefakebluejay5394]

glad that she mentioned the people who helped the people helping the whales are heroes too even just making sure people know where to park their cars can save everybody’s time and make everyone more efficient in the long run

[@veldawells2839]

Truly amazing community to rescue these beautiful whales. Thank you ❤

[@danielcargill8019]

Crazy, in Cape Cod 140 dolphins got stuck in shallow water. Over 100 survived. Volunteers do great work.

[@WillsM85]

Wonder if they could install some type of underwater sound system at that place to scare/deter the whales from getting close.

[@cattymajiv]

Good idea maybe! Well worth investigating!

[@SatumainenOlento]

Great idea! Some sound which warns them!

[@sammi723]

That’s a very good idea!

[@JoshuaMartian-go3tm]

I know it will dramatically change the natural look of the bay but they should build jetties or seawalls or riprap rock ranges or dams. Keep the whales from even getting close to the shallows and shore in the first place. They will eventually change their migration patterns away from these whale traps.

[@robertcawthorn8318]

Or nets big enough just to stop these

[@keithheaven7764]

A brilliant effort by organisers, volunteers and the local community. ❤ from UK.

[@sharonkaczorowski8690]

Heartbreaking…amazing human response…poor whales must have been disoriented by dehydration and exhaustion. And extraordinary that the big pod came and led the stranded whales out. Very sad they restranded. The people must have been so exhausted but this gives me some hope.

[@ccburro1]

This exemplifies think globally, act locally. ❤️🐋

[@LuvGd2]

Thank you all! How I wish I could be there to help!

[@InsoIence]

@@Hannari-xt6nr Maybe inserting veganism into everything doesn't help the movement or the mission.

[@InsoIence]

@@Hannari-xt6nr That's a sentence. Maybe baby. The point is, you don't convince other people to join your side with that type of attitude.

[@appathegoat]

How would Veganism help in this situation EXACTLY? Give me a detailed account of exactly how being vegan would've prevented whales from beaching themselves?

[@appathegoat]

@@Hannari-xt6nr Authoritative tone? lmfaooooo i asked you a specific question. Either answer it or admit you're a bozo.

[@appathegoat]

@@Hannari-xt6nr thats alot to write when you could just say there's no link, lmaoooo.

[@bhornannawindeedeigh5007]

I am in tears... And so grateful to you all. Bless you each and all a thousand fold. Big love. ❤

[@valerieshelton425]

Beautiful rescue of these majestic intelligent whales . I’m so happy you saved most of them thank you all for your hard work and kindness.

[@AxelVasa_freewizard]

Greetings from Mr Axel Vasa the west coast wizard himself, I got something essential to share with you, You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection. Love you very much❤️.

[@ed1019-h8o]

Beautiful such a special example of people following their hearts, the new paradigm! Interspecies compassion, what a rewarding experience for all humans supporting the wellbeing of our neighbors and friends in the water!

[@marthajones1086]

I remember this, I'm in New Zealand, many of us cried for the dead wales but I'm so glad to have this report cause it's awesome that most survived. The news doesn't tell you things like this

[@MichaelMartinussen]

Love these humans and whales :) The humans living up to their true roles on this planet :)

[@ed1019-h8o]

Yes beautiful thought thank-you. As active wise dedicated compassionate stewards co-existing with nature.

[@MichaelMartinussen]

@@ed1019-h8o Well said/formulated :) Thank you Erica :)

[@HarpySpirit]

Blessings to each person who helped the whales!

[@SageRosemaryTime]

Unique as it is inspiring. Awesome story well told. 8 hours since posting and 8 comments .Let's keep it up . Every Earth citizen should see this. 🙂

[@patriciafeeley7997]

Conservation though collaboration , thank you so much

[@just-breath]

Thank God for people like you that help such smart, wonderful whales.

[@stevo3938]

Beach themselves, twice.. can’t be that smart

[@wacanimal]

I am so grateful to all the animal rescue organizations that are working hard to make a difference in the lives of animals. You are all heroes.

[@FatLittleBirdtheThird]

As tragic as this is it’s a wonderful reminder of how smart they are and show it by taking care of each other when the 2nd pod helped the 1st pod.

[@mahmoodahmadi7043]

Dankeschön, danke herzlich für ihre Bemühungen, GOTT SCHÜTZT DICH und deine Familie ❤❤❤❤.

[@michaellawson6533]

Life is so precious and to save lives is the greatest spiritual reward anyone can achieve. What a blessing.

[@luckycruiser]

They need some whale pingers. They have been used successfully in Australia for years on their anti shark nets. Fishermen in Canada and the US use them on their gear to keep whales from running through and tearing holes in their nets or getting entangled in the nets or trap lines.

[@monicasong427]

Human fishing is the leading cause of marine ecological destruction worldwide. Why not treat the root cause by ending the demand to eat the bodies of marine animals? Whales and other marine animals need to eat other fish to survive; humans do not.

[@deathbycheese850]

So why are whales still getting caught up in shark nets then?

[@SungazerDNB]

@@deathbycheese850 Reducing casualty numbers doesn't mean nobody dies. - Your way of thinking is like saying "Airbags don't prevent any and all car deaths so they are useless".

[@monicasong427]

@@SungazerDNB Tackle the root cause rather than treating the symptoms. Human fishing is the most ecologically destructive to vital marine life. One making a brief profit is not a reasonable justification to cause extinction. Whales and other marine life need to eat other fish to survive; humans do not. Omega-3 is only made by plants such as plant algae, flax seeds, sesame seeds, and walnuts. Eat the source of essential nutrients from an array of plants and fungi by not paying others to kill & harm.

[@luckycruiser]

@@deathbycheese850 Google it. 😆😂

[@SR71GIRL]

I would have cried with joy when the whales came to lead the others out. I can't imagine how difficult your plight is fighting to save those beautiful pilot whales. THANK YOU ALL, for working so hard to save those incredible creatures ❤️ and for looking after each other.

[@jonnitrea]

I’m so thankful for everyone that helps the whales 😭

[@lolavanenburg1647]

Thank you all for helping save these beautiful creatures..god bless🙏🏼♥️♥️

[@darlenelang3681]

Bless all of you for your love and caring ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@bluewolfwalking]

What a service you and your community did…..❤

[@TubeNutriDoc]

These are the stories we all need to share as we navigate this new world, adapting to weather impacts which alter sophisticated internal direction and time. These migrating species traveling from one place to another for safety and longevity, can be nurtured and guided to their next place, through compassionate caring. We too, as humans are challenged with some of these issues which are altering our own regions, states, and countries. I will be important to navigate these shifts with compassionate tools and hands.

[@cindythomas5895]

Omg 😱… so grateful for all you that are trying to help 😢💔💔

[@ktinxx]

This is responsibility in action! A wonderful testament to the power of compassion and the strength of community! Well done, you all! 👏❣️

[@fourmacs8167]

Thank you so much, mostly for explaining the process of “refloating” the whales. I’ve not heard of the actual process before. To me, it seems doable. I wish I lived closer to where these things happen.

[@deathbycheese850]

You really don't. It's absolutely heartbreaking, and I would not wish for anybody to experience it.

[@lydiawaffleman1497]

Thank God for these humans sense of doing the right thing and being courageous enough to do something.❤❤

[@zahararay5611]

This was so moving. I couldn’t help cry from all the love and care the volunteers gave. It’s as if the whales that came to rescue their loved ones already knew the humans were taking care of them. They probably communicated that “these humans are helping us.” Just a lovely display of humanity at its best❤️❤️❤️

[@AxelVasa_freewizard]

Greetings from Mr Axel Vasa the west coast wizard himself, I got something essential to share with you, You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection. Love you very much❤️.

[@SaadAhmed-tf6jx]

Thanks for all help you provided to these beautiful animals. God bless you.

[@marysheehy4733]

How humans should be helping other species as they help us! Bless you all

[@jenhan1501]

Thank you to all the heros for saving these majestic animals💙

[@MJ1919]

Incredibly moving. Bless you all ❤❤❤

[@Kim-lc3fv]

Wow. What effort. Thank you.

[@theck672]

Thank you for helping these whales… thank you for sharing this inspiring story… it’s good people shared ideas about potential prevention via scientific research and sonar pingers … for now, it’s wonderful knowing lots of people power & simple methods helped.

[@tomjpt]

Whale strandings are the worst. It doesn't seem like it "ought" to happen. Kudos to you folks for an amazing effort. Thank you!

[@wendyh3891]

Thank you each one for this dedication! Love from South Africa 🇿🇦 ❤❤❤❤

[@marikathure1495]

Amazing kindness and responsibility of other living creatures by you all❣️ I couldn't be absent either, if I would live there. Respect and greetings from Finland 🙋‍♀️🇫🇮

[@annewas46]

Whale strandings are a community event. ❤

[@livialu4728]

Thank you 🙏 ❤❤❤

[@wm6746]

When humans are humans and show that they deserve to share this planet with animals

[@marypecock6773]

Thank you so so much for all you all do.

[@EfB-c2o]

Thank you, thank you for helping these poor animals ❤❤❤

[@CA-lf7jt]

What an INCREDIBLE story. Thank you humans! I wish I lived over there I’d be running to help you!!

[@BlackCatAlley23]

Thank you for being such amazing and wonderful people 😢

[@joshualeonard4658]

I love kiwis, such beautiful people

[@hjordistorfa]

Extra ordinarie efforts you all did to help & safe thiis Whvales people.. Bravo 3 times over for all of you.. at times like this I'm proud to be a human.. smile.. Thank's BBC studio for sharing & careing.. Best of luck to all of you brave people Greetings from Skandinavia 💖😊👍🇮🇸💞

[@lwliu1112]

This brought tears to my eyes. Bless you all.

[@ТатьянаКарнаухова]

Я поняла что вы спасли дельфинов❤ Храни вас Господь миленькие

[@emmasmart6112]

So beautiful and thank you to all them people who helped x

[@kathryncarter6143]

A million thanks for all who helped the whales

[@kattspurr]

Beautiful amazing creatures❤thank u for your efforts. ❤️

[@mako9673]

This is amazing work.

[@cornelia9778]

OMG, those poor creatures. How wonderful that you have a group to help and people that will respond. What an extraordinary event. Thanks to you all. I hope someone will come up with a longer term solution that might prevent them from coming in.

[@tamo9520]

An absolutely incredible story! Incredible occurrence. Incredible people!

[@222dyan]

Thank you!😢🙏💜🌊

[@ricosolomon]

Beautiful

[@tangojuli209]

Such a poignant story. Thanks BBC.

[@CP-qx5zl]

Thank you taking care of the nature. You guys are guardian of whales. ❤

[@Ariesmount]

Thank you all so much!! How I wish I could be a part of such a rescue effort.

[@nicoletambasco9210]

Chills on chills on chills throughout her entire story.

[@AxelVasa_freewizard]

Greetings from Mr Axel Vasa the west coast wizard himself, I got something essential to share with you, Believe in yourself and all that you are. Know that there is something inside you that is greater than any obstacle. Love you very much❤️.

[@archangelrevelations9532]

This is so awesome.... What an amazing experience. Thank you for sharing

[@barbiepr1692]

Thank you for saving one of my favorite sea animals, Whales. They are so friendly, intelligent, and beautiful. They are a gift from God. My respect to all of you.

[@bthe1doright462]

Amazing People Helping These Stranded / Wayward Whales ! Seriously hear wrenching and sobering to hear her say Its Not About the Numbers - - Whale Beaching IS OUR RESPONSIBILITY TO STEP IN and HELP.

[@amberb.5964]

Thank you from the bottom of my heart to every single person who volunteered to save these beautiful whales.

[@carriebradley7634]

What an incredible community/country New Zealand is! Thank you for taking your time as guardians of the animals/planet to prevent what would have been catastrophic consequences/losses to the species. You are all amazing. How physically and emotionally exhausting. Thank you and God bless, from the u.s. !

[@I_Kan]

Beautiful creatures, great people for saving the whales ❤️🤩❤️

[@angiemmo]

THANKS 🙏🏻 LIFE IS PRECIOUS 🌎 WE ALL ARE PART OF THIS WORLD 🌍 BLESSINGS FOR YOU ALL 💕💐

[@Cara-39]

The mega pod seemingly came to rescue the stranded whales! Such an amazing story. Aren't there any sort of deterrence measures that can be implemented in this cove, like sea barriers Australia has used to keep sharks out of certain areas?

[@starcrystal5551]

Thank you all the people & volunteers who've helped save stranded whales 🐋 🩵💙

[@AxelVasa_freewizard]

Greetings from Mr Axel Vasa the west coast wizard himself, I got something essential to share with you, You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection. Love you very much❤️.

[@darlenemitchell114]

So who are the heroes and who do we celebrate? Humans and the Olympics or the Kiwis and the Whales? I know who inspires me...Thank you all who rescued our precious whales....💙

[@cattymajiv]

The Olympics are nothing but a sham.

[@SR71GIRL]

I'll pick Mother Nature every time. Whales & Kiwis get my vote. 🐳🐋🐬

[@filthyrando3632]

Doesn’t need to be a binary choice.

[@Manydiamonds123]

You are a loving group of people. I’m so glad you are able to see with your heart.❤🇨🇦

[@sailorgirl2017]

Thanks to all!

[@Only_In_America_SY]

GOD bless you and the strength he has given you for your kindness and patience!! One day they will save the lives of a human(s) in need! You did an amazing thing!!

[@itsdsanti3784]

i just became uncontrollably emotional, but I'm grateful for all the selfless people that helped.

[@jollyjokress3852]

I really love whales! Thanks for rescuing them. You are all heros!

[@nenettemiddleton807]

Thank you for your hard work.

[@maryeconomou6573]

Thank you all for your wonderful work.

[@susannevollmer2347]

Thanks thanks thanks! So well done - gives me and perhaps these animals hope und love again!

[@dappledaylight2628]

Lovely souls helping lovely souls

[@dianagusterson9572]

Gosh thankyou 😮

[@cosmiccreator]

Thank you angels 😇🙏💞

[@willcookmakeup]

Ugh I would have been sobbing had I been there

[@jackie5522]

What good would that do

[@willcookmakeup]

@jackie5522 nothing? I didn't say it would help lmao. But I would have been heart broken seeing them all there like that. There wasn't much the responders were able to do either but pour water over them

[@rustyreturns9754]

New Zealand really should build a sturdy fence across as much of the bay as possible. The whales will keep coming and coming. They’re so smart-after all few tries, they’ll stop coming. This was done in a (much smaller) bay in Canada, and it worked.

[@cattymajiv]

Which bay is that? 🇨🇦

[@annakeye]

Err.., no. Golden Bay is huge. And let's remember there are other species that live there that need to roam freely. The bay itself is nearly 30km from the tip of Farwell Spit to Separation Point so not a practical solution for many reasons. Definitely worth a visit if you haven't been there though. It's extraordinarily beautiful.

[@lanapeterzon9055]

So beautiful, it made me cry.

[@onehappiness]

This is humans at their best!

[@brownpsy496]

Such a phenomenal effort to save life; heroic.

[@cilavita8358]

OMG, you are true heroes guys! RESPECT!

[@rachelgallagher6214]

Mad respect for all who put their lives on the line and on hold to save our planets beautiful creatures ✌️🩷 from Montana

[@Jesusiscominglive777]

TYVM, what a heartwarming happy ending, God bless u all👏👏❤️

[@curoseba5363]

This is a beautiful thing.

[@JJApril-fy8wo]

Thank you for being. Wonderful people❤