Caught in the net: ending bycatch in UK seas
Every year in UK waters, thousands of marine animals are accidentally caught and killed in fishing gear. Ruth Williams, Head of Marine Conservation, explores the crisis beneath our waves.
Every year in UK waters, thousands of marine animals are accidentally caught and killed in fishing gear. Ruth Williams, Head of Marine Conservation, explores the crisis beneath our waves.
Every year, thousands of dolphins, seals, sharks, and seabirds are accidentally caught in fishing nets and gear.
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