Tasmanian Salmon Farms Have Used Over 150,000 Underwater Explosives to Deter Seals Since 2016
Government data shows almost 1,800 explosive devices were deployed against seals at fish farms in the first half of 2026 alone.
According to The Guardian, more than 150,000 underwater explosives have been used by salmon companies to deter seals at fish farms in Tasmania's marine areas since 2016.
Data released by Tasmania's Department of Natural Resources and Environment (NRE Tas) showed that salmon operators directed almost 1,800 underwater explosives at seals in the first half of 2026 alone.
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- More than 150,000 underwater explosives used to deter seals at Tasmanian salmon farms since 2016 — The Guardian — World
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