Study Reveals that Bottom Trawling Catches Thousands of Fish Species, Including Those Most at Risk

Study reveals that bottom trawling catches thousands of fish species, including those most at risk

More than 3,000 fish species have been caught in bottom trawls, with estimates suggesting the true number could be nearly double, according to the world's first global inventory.

Environmental News Network - Bottom Trawling Catches Thousands of Fish Species, Including Those Most At-Risk

From seahorses to sharks, more than 3,000 fish species have been caught in bottom trawls, including many at risk of extinction, according to a new global inventory.

Bottom Trawling Catches Thousands of Fish Species, Including Those Most At-Risk

From seahorses to sharks, more than 3,000 fish species have been caught in bottom trawls, including many at risk of extinction, according to a new global inventory.