Handel i gospodarka · 12/08/2004

NMFS Seeks Comments on Potential Changes to Atlantic Highly Migratory Species Pelagic Longline Fishery Regulations

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is considering adjustments to the regulations governing the Atlantic highly migratory species (HMS) pelagic longline fishery in response to a 2004 Biological Opinion regarding Atlantic sea turtles, with a focus on reducing sea turtle interactions with fishing gear and addressing potential increases in sea turtle mortalities.