fisheries conservation

Fisheries conservation involves practices aimed at managing fish populations and their habitats to ensure sustainable fisheries. This includes regulating fishing quotas, protecting breeding grounds, and reducing bycatch (the capture of unintended species). The goal is to prevent overfishing, which depletes fish stocks and disrupts ecosystems. Effective fisheries conservation supports the livelihoods of communities dependent on fishing, maintains biodiversity, and ensures that future generations can enjoy healthy oceans and abundant fish populations. It relies on scientific research, policy-making, and cooperation among governments, local communities, and organizations.