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.
New Lord Mayor’s pride in ‘thriving’ Exeter
'This is a city we can all be proud of'
Plymouth McDonald's wants 24/7 opening hours
"No notable complaints or issues" recorded in 10 years
Village’s only pub could close permanently
Owners of The Castle Inn at George Nympton have struggled to sell it
Government grant helps kick-start Oldway Mansion repairs
This helps us move ever closer to restoring Oldway'
Devon plant firm digs in over land row
Sign erected
Torquay father’s concern as son held by Israeli forces
Elliott Roberts was skippering a yacht in Gaza aid flotilla
