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The Herring Roe Kill Fishery in British Columbia
Introduction: The Herring Roe Fishery Pacific herring are a keystone species in British Columbia’s marine food web, serving as a crucial food source for a
New Bigg’s Orca Calf Traces Lineage to SeaWorld Capture
A newly born Bigg’s killer whale spotted off the coast of British Columbia carries a powerful legacy—one tied to the final chapter of orca captures
Ontario Man Fined $5,500 for Harvesting 312 Oysters—300 More Than Legal Limit
A Scarborough, Ontario man has been fined $5,500 after being caught harvesting 312 oysters—26 times the legal daily limit—while unlicensed and collecting from a prohibited
Study: Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) Help Secure Seafood and Nutrition
A new study published in One Earth explores the connection between marine protected areas (MPAs) and human nutrition, concluding that MPAs can improve not only
Large Marine Protected Areas Show Promise for Boosting Tuna Stocks Nearby
A growing body of research suggests that well-managed marine protected areas (MPAs) are not only vital sanctuaries for marine life but can also deliver tangible
North Sea Ship Collision Sparks Environmental Fears
A devastating ship collision in the North Sea this week has sparked renewed warnings about the dangers of transporting fossil fuels by sea—warnings that resonate