Sustainable Fishing
Because the oceans are so large, it is difficult to keep track of exactly how many fish are in the
sea and how many fish it is safe to catch. But some people believe that going back to traditional
methods of fishing instead of using large driftnets might make fishing more sustainable. These
traditional methods are usually less harmful to the marine environment and cause less unwanted
species of fish, baby fish, and other sea animals and birds to be caught.
When you buy fish check to see what type it is. Some fish, like Orange
Roughy, are being dangerously overfished and many slow-growing deep
sea fish are becoming rare or
endangered. Try to buy fish
that are local to your area. Or buy fish from fish farms that are known
for their sustainable practices.
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