A member of the public spotted the bird in a distressed state in a garden.
He was taken to a RSPCA wildlife centre in Somerset for rehabilitation before being released back into the wild.
The RSPCA is reminding anglers to safely dispose of netting, lines and hooks safely.
Two men missing after entering sea
Students take over Radio Exe
Work to start on major Tavistock Road improvements
Last night of the Christmas Proms - REVIEW
Christmas snow possible on Dartmoor
Car thug sought
