Scientists Recommend Zero Capelin Fishing in Barents Sea for First Time Since 2021
For the first time since 2021, marine scientists have recommended a zero quota for capelin in the Barents Sea, according to Norway’s Institute of Marine Research (IMR).
“This year's measurements show that survival has been very poor for capelin - both for the age group one to two years and for the age group two to three years,” said Georg Skaret, marine researcher and population manager for capelin. “The mortality can be compared with that measured in 2003 and in 2014...
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