Advanced forward-facing sonar is transforming recreational fishing, allowing anglers to pinpoint fish with unprecedented accuracy. While boosting catches, the technology raises concerns about the sport's nature and fish population sustainability, with ongoing debates and studies exploring its impact.
Advanced sonar technology is revolutionizing fishing by providing real-time fish imaging, but its growing use sparks debate over the sport's nature and fish population sustainability. While some studies show no negative impact, others suggest traditional methods yield higher catch rates.
Amateur fishermen in Queensland are split on whether to relax laws that limit the size and number of bull sharks they can catch. While some want easier access to larger sharks, others, including experts, are concerned about the ecological impact of removing apex predators and potential health risks from consuming larger fish.
US military operations in the eastern Pacific, aimed at combating drug trafficking, are under scrutiny following allegations of attacks on Ecuadorian fishing vessels. Survivors recount being targeted by drones and patrol boats, leading to injuries, disappearances, and detention. US officials deny involvement, but lawmakers are demanding answers.
President Trump signed a proclamation rolling back Obama-era environmental protections, reopening nearly 500,000 square miles of Pacific Ocean to commercial fishing, citing support for the fishing industry and criticizing previous restrictions as harmful to U.S. livelihoods and trade.
President Trump signed a proclamation rolling back environmental regulations to allow more aggressive fishing in American waters, sparking a discussion on gender-neutral terminology in the fishing industry and criticizing the Obama-Biden administration's previous restrictions.
Pescador solta tubarão capturado acidentalmente. Biólogo André Maia suspeita ser um tubarão-cabeça-chata, espécie envolvida em ataque a criança. A captura e morte de animais ameaçados é infração ambiental e crime.
Alaska's $5.3 billion seafood industry faces significant challenges as the National Science Foundation plans to decommission the Ocean Observatories Initiative, a vital deep-ocean monitoring system. The loss of real-time data from Ocean Station Papa is expected to hinder efforts to manage fisheries and prepare for extreme weather events in the rapidly warming state.
China and Russia have initiated a 35-day fishing ban along the Heilongjiang River, a border river between the two nations. The measure aims to protect and restore valuable fish resources, with 335 fishing boats in the Heihe section ceasing operations and being moved ashore.
A Greenpeace Taiwan study reveals that 93.3% of fish caught are immature, indicating severe overfishing. The report also found extensive illegal trawling in protected waters, with authorities issuing few penalties.
A 35-year-old fisherman is the fourth victim of a crocodile attack in WA's Kimberley region in six months. The man was bitten by a saltwater crocodile at Barred Creek, north of Broome, while fishing in waist-deep water. He was treated and discharged from hospital.
L'Ogyre Network lancia la Ocean Challenge 2026 per raccogliere 40.000 chili di rifiuti marini e costieri in giugno, con il sostegno di comunità locali di pescatori in Italia, Brasile, Indonesia e Senegal.
A massive bloom of common octopuses (Octopus vulgaris) in UK waters, first seen in Devon and Cornwall in 2025, has spread to Scotland and Wales, impacting the fishing industry and marine ecosystem due to warming seas.
A man spearfishing with his family off Western Australia's south coast was killed by a 4.5m shark, marking the third fatal shark attack in Australia in three weeks.
The Barra Nationals, Australia's largest annual barramundi fishing competition, continues in the Northern Territory's Daly River despite record floods, with 150 competitors from 50 teams participating.
Sekman Aktaş, who went fishing with his family in Kahramanmaraş, fell into the Ceyhan River after losing his balance. His body was found by search and rescue teams on the 8th day of the operation.
Chinese coast guard vessels repeatedly approached and monitored a Japanese fishing boat near the disputed Senkaku/Diaoyu Islands. Experts suggest China aims to normalize its presence and pressure in the area, which Japan views as a threat to its sovereignty.
A nine-meter southern right whale, entangled in fishing gear off New Zealand's Rakiura coast, was successfully freed after a multi-day rescue operation. Experts faced challenges due to the whale's size and unpredictable nature, but managed to cut it free, highlighting the species' vulnerability.
Australia's dive industry is launching a campaign for expanded no-fishing and no-drilling zones in marine parks ahead of a federal review. The sector argues for stronger protections in offshore areas like the Coral Sea, citing tourism value and marine ecosystem health, while the fishing industry calls for consultation on economic impacts.
A search operation is underway in Carlingford Lough after a fishing boat sank near Greencastle point. One man was rescued by a local boat and taken to Greenore harbour, while another remains missing. The Irish Coast Guard received the call at 12:30 BST, with RNLI, Coastguard rescue teams, and a Royal Navy helicopter assisting.
As of June 1, 2026, Russia's aquatic bioresources catch reached over 2.016 million metric tons. The Far Eastern basin accounted for the largest portion with 1.624 million tons, followed by the Northern basin.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio testified before Congress, stating the Iranian navy is "at the bottom of the ocean" and will become "prime fishing spots." He also defended budget proposals and faced questions on the Iran war, drug interdiction operations, and Ebola response.
A small boat, believed to be a Chinese fishing vessel, caught fire at sea south-east of Sochong Island in Ongjin County, Incheon. The Navy discovered the blaze, and the Coast Guard is currently extinguishing it and searching for potential casualties.
The Kiso River cormorant fishing, known for its daytime shows with views of Inuyama Castle, has started. This season, due to a reduced number of cormorant handlers, only one cormorant boat will operate, with new handlers to be selected soon. The event runs until October 15th.
