Prohibited fishing methods
Dangerous and harmful fishing methods are a major threat to marine and inland water ecosystems. In order to preserve biodiversity and ensure the sustainable development of the fishing sector, it is necessary to ban certain fishing methods. In this article, we will discuss some of the prohibited methods of fishing and give examples of why they are not acceptable.
1. Trawling: is one of the most commonly used, but also the most harmful fishing methods. It is a mechanized method where a fishing net or net chain is dragged across the ocean floor or along its surface. Trawling causes great destruction to the aquatic ecosystem, as not only the desired fish species are caught, but also numerous by-water inhabitants.
2. Destruction of fertile soil: Fishing methods that directly or indirectly destroy seabed soil have a catastrophic effect on the marine ecosystem. For example, "raking" is a fishing technique in which large metal rakes are dragged across the seabed to catch fish. But it also destroys and prevents many other organisms important to the life of marine animals and plants that live on the sea floor.
3. Explosives: Some fishing practices use explosives to catch large quantities of fish. This causes a significant impact not only on fish, but also on other species of marine life. Explosives can cause damage to the seabed, destroy coral reefs and damage other parts of marine ecosystems.
4. Electrofishing: There is another method of fishing that is not acceptable. It is a practice in which electric currents are used to stimulate the fish and cause them to rise to the surface of the water. However, this can have a very detrimental effect on the aquatic ecosystem. Electrofishing can cause significant damage not only to caught fish populations, but also to other species of aquatic life.
All of these prohibited fishing methods indicate that certain practices are unacceptable and have a detrimental effect on marine and inland ecosystems and biodiversity. It is important that fishermen and the public are made aware of these risks and promote sustainable fishing that uses tools and methods that do not harm the environment and species and contribute to the long-term conservation of stocks. This is the only way we can ensure the sustainability of the fishing industry for generations to come.
