Why it happens
What is Tuna high in, that accounts for the reason we fish them. Name one
Protein, Omega-3, Vitamins and minerals
What specific species of fish is most affected by overfishing?
Bluefin Tuna
What was one of the best ways to combat overfishing
Cut our fish from our diet, enforce regulations, and limit bycatch
Sovereignty of a country's oceans extend how far
Closest or correct wins
12 miles
In what period of time was the most amount of tuna overfished
1984-1994
Why does overfishing happen? Name one of the three reasons discussed
High demand for seafood, advancements in technology, and bycatch
What is a breeding center for aquatic animals in order to harvest them for food called
Aquaculture
What kind of regulation laws do most countries have in order to prevent overfishing
None
The method of _____ is characterized by dragging a net across the floor hurting coral, seagrass, and essential ecosystems. Which method is it?
Trawling
What was the main way to combat bycatching
bycatching is accidentally catching the wrong animal in fishing nets
Using LED lights
How long ago was tuna fishing prevalent
42000 years ago
What does "Ghost Gear" refer to
Fishing net debris
How many fishing vessels are in regular use around the world
4,500,000
8-24 hours
In 1882 there was a treaty signed to harmonize domestic fishing, name two of the five countries involved
Great Britian (UK, Britain), Germany, France, Denmark, Belgium
What percentage of sharks are caught or harmed in by catch
41 percent
How big is the biggest shark ever recorded
Closest Wins
62 feet or 18.8 meters