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The Need for Regulations against Abandoned Fishing Gear
Abstract: Ghost fishing resulting from abandonment of fishing gear has remained an increasing challenge in the oceans. A significant amount of these gears is made up of plastic materials; this has caused countless problems to aquatic life resulting in mortality in most cases. One of the ongoing causes of gear abandonment is conflict. Fishing gear is frequently discarded due to the nature of the fishing grounds and other environmental factors, such …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 43–46 Read article