How Much Sea Life Dies in Fishing Nets? The Deadly Impact of Ghost Gear on Marine Life
Each year, fishing nets kill about 720,000 seabirds, 300,000 cetaceans, 345,000 seals and sea lions, and over 250,000 turtles. Additionally, tens of millions of sharks die in these nets. This information comes from the What’s in the Net study, showing the serious impact of fishing on marine life. Ghost gear creates a cycle of death, … Read more