June 29, 2022 — The number of whales entangled in fishing gear has declined recently, but the issue remains a critical threat to rare species.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, NOAA, reports that there are only 340 North Atlantic right whales in the entire world right now.
So getting tangled and trapped in fishing nets, or collisions with ships in the ocean is not good.
NOAA says the decline in entanglements could be due to fewer fishing activities due to the pandemic.
Priced Scallops lately? Two years ago they were sold for about $20 a pound. Now, $25 a pound. An increase of 25%.
Blame supply and demand.
Supply is down significantly over the past few years according to the New England Fishery Management Council.