Farwa island Farwa island is an idyllic area located on the extreme west of the Libyan’s Mediterranean coast. Unfortunately, this wildlife treasure in a civil war country is threatened by … Continue reading Farwa Island, Libyan’s Gem in Danger
43 Mediterranean Fish Species Threatened
threatened fish species The Mediterranean Sea used to be a wonderful ecosystem with more than 7% of global marine fish species, with a total of 519 different species. Unfortunately, maritime … Continue reading 43 Mediterranean Fish Species Threatened
Gillnet Fishing $1.3 Million to stop that
gillnet fishing In California, the Environmental Non-Governmental Organisation are greeting the state budget year. This budget will fund commercial fisherman involves in a transition from deadly gillnett a solution which … Continue reading Gillnet Fishing $1.3 Million to stop that
Chinese fishermen threat sovereignty in Pacific
On January 19th,2021, the Government of Vanuatu reported the apprehension of two Chinese trawlers off the island of Hiu on suspicion of illegal activities. This is not an isolated act. … Continue reading Chinese fishermen threat sovereignty in Pacific
Tackling Illegal fishing in the EEZ
Fishing in the EEZ In 2020, no offences related to illegal fishing in the French Polynesia EEZ were reported. This can be seen in as a huge success in monitoring … Continue reading Tackling Illegal fishing in the EEZ
Electric Pulse Fishing is Living its Last Days
The end of the electric pulse fishing method, with one month to go and is living its last days. This fishing method will soon be completely banned from European Union … Continue reading Electric Pulse Fishing is Living its Last Days
Venezuelan Fishing Vessel Caught Red-handed
Venezualian fishing vessel On February 11th, 2021, during a fish control operation in French Guyanese Territorial waters, the Venezuelan fishing boat “Cayo Norté” was caught in action of illegal fishing … Continue reading Venezuelan Fishing Vessel Caught Red-handed
TOTOABA: When Mexican Cartels Diversify Into The Smuggling Of Fish Swim Bladders.
The smuggling of illicit goods, in particular fish the Totoaba that is as lucrative and much less dangerous in terms of penal sanction than the traffic of cocaine. In 2018, … Continue reading TOTOABA: When Mexican Cartels Diversify Into The Smuggling Of Fish Swim Bladders.