Explosives Used to Deter Seals in Tasmania

In Tasmania, salmon farms have used over 150,000 underwater explosives since 2016 to keep seals away. Recent data shows that almost 1,800 explosives were deployed in just the first half of 2026. This situation raises questions about the impact of such practices on marine wildlife and the balance between farming and nature.

Based on reporting from The Guardian. Read the original story →