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Fish Matters
Eco-friendly Seafood
What are the issues?
Despite the vastness of the
ocean, advanced fishing
technology and increased
effort have led to the
over-fishing in many poorly
managed fisheries. The
resulting collapse in fisheries
disrupts ecosystems and
undermines economics.
Poorly managed fisheries
can also affect other species
through habitat destruction
and accidental catch of
non-targeted species, such
as endangered sea turtles.
What can I do?
Some fisheries are well
managed to avoid overfishing, habitat destruction,
and accidental catch of
other species. By following
the recommendations on the
attached seafood wallet
card, you can support such
environmentally friendly and
economically sustainable
fisheries and avoid
unsustainable fisheries.
Through this simple action,
you can help protect longterm jobs, vital habitats, and
endangered species.
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