Dolphin trapped in three pounds of fishing gear gets new lease on life

The Texas Marine Mammal Stranding Network has untangled a dolphin that was weighed down by three pounds of fishing gear.

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The dolphin, named Tango, was suffering under the weight of monofilament line, lead weights, hooks and other supplies; she was not able to feed or swim naturally.

The Network received a call about Tango several weeks ago, and monitored her activity. With a permit from National Marine Fisheries Service, the Network -- along with crews from SeaWorld San Antonio and SeaWorld Orlando -- captured her in hopes of removing the gear.

The teams successfully removed the pounds of fishing supplies and nursed Tango back to health. After saving Tango's life, they returned her back to the wild.

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