Overfishing: Cases of Overfishing Around The World

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Overfishing occurs all over the world without a trace of i seeming to let up. In this post, I intend to showcase some of the many times that overfishing has occurred in various parts of the world. 

Jamaica's Pedro Bank

Even the pristine blue waters of the Caribbean Sea fell victim of overfishing. The video below showcases the overfishing that occurred in the Jamaica's Pedro Bank after the fishermen there believed that fish was expendendable: 


Cape Town, South Africa

In South Africa, overfishing can be seen mainly through the illegal fishing practices, with regards to the poaching of abalone. Abalone poaching is a rife in South Africa due to its economic value for gourmets, particularly in Asia. Since it is known for its aphrodisiac qualities, it is a delicacy that spawned illegal poaching and trade this has led to the severe depletion in the Abalone population. (Marshall, 2002)

Officials inspecting Abalone shells seized from smugglers

Canada

The waters that washed the coast of Canada was literally flourishing with Cod until it was almost fished out of existence. The video below explains: 


China

Even in the South China Sea, overfishing is prevalent. 


There have been many more instances of overfishing occurring throughout the world; some heavily documented and some not. The cases given above are just a few to give you an insight into the current situation.

REFERENCES

Bavajose (2013). Overfishing, the crash of the Norther Cod Population example (from "The end of the line"). Available: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xWfqZggtM_w

Hot News (2016). Chinese fishermen exploiting depleted fish stocks in the South China Sea.
Available: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-8Ai0VDLu8

Marshall, L (2002). Poaching, Smuggling Threaten Abalone Colonies in South Africa.
Available: http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2002/04/0402_020402_abalone.htm.

The Nature Conservancy (2009). Massa God Fish Can Done.
Available: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-Fr_VN79so

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