Tag Results for consortium for wildlife bycatch

Shark bites bait, not decoy

Field Work

Field Testing an Electronic Decoy to Decrease Elasmobranch Bycatch in Longline Fisheries

September 7, 2018

Could an electronic decoy be the key in minimizing bycatch of sharks, skates, and rays? Our scientists are conducting experimental field trials to find out. ...Read More

right whale entangled in fishing line

Conferences and Collaborations

Scientists and Fishermen Discuss Solutions to Whale Entanglements

June 2, 2016

Entanglements of baleen whales in fishing and aquaculture gear are a global phenomenon. Recently scientists and fishermen discussed the problem and solutions....Read More