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Global Inventory Highlights Impact of Bottom Trawling on Fish Species
A recent study indicates that bottom trawling has resulted in the capture of over 3,000 fish species, with estimates suggesting the actual number could be nearly double.
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Summary
Research has shown that bottom trawling practices have caught more than 3,000 different fish species. This finding raises concerns about the impact of such fishing methods on marine biodiversity.
The study, which is noted as the first global inventory of its kind, suggests that the true number of species affected by bottom trawling might be nearly double the reported figure.
These findings could have significant implications for conservation efforts and the management of fish populations, particularly for species that are already at risk.
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