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SUFB 1217: Tracking the critically endangered wedgefishes in Mozambique

SUFB 1217: Tracking the critically endangered wedgefishes in Mozambique

FromHow To Protect The Ocean


SUFB 1217: Tracking the critically endangered wedgefishes in Mozambique

FromHow To Protect The Ocean

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Length:
18 minutes
Released:
Oct 1, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

A study is underway in Mozambique to study the distribution ranges of two species of wedgefishes family (bottlenose wedgefish and bowmouth guitarfish) to help better manage their population.  The species are considered critically endangered due to the fin-trade industry. The fish are either sought for their fins through catching them individually or as bycatch. The fin-trade can yield more money for the rays' fins that will bring in more revenue for the fishers than the meat from the rest of their body.  The study employs a new tactic in Mozambique, where it uses acoustic and satellite tags to track the wedgefishes in close and long ranges.  The results from the study will inform policy to help better protect these fishes in marine protected areas or through quotas (or both!). Link to article: https://news.mongabay.com/2021/09/new-research-hopes-to-shine-a-light-on-wedgefish-the-pangolin-of-the-ocean/ Link to Beyond Jaws Podcast: https://www.speakupforblue.com/show/beyond-jaws/ Connect with Speak Up For Blue: Website: https://www.speakupforblue.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speakupforblue/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/speakupforblue
Released:
Oct 1, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

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The host, Andrew Lewin, helps you overcome the problems of the ocean by discussing the latest ocean news and studies that will help you make more informed decisions in your life so you can live for a better ocean.