Derelict fishing nets and traps can continue to ghost-fish for years once they are lost under the water’s surface. Storms, ship traffic, and interactions with other types of fishing gear are the ...

"Left unchecked, abandoned fishing gear poses several threats ... The gear, including nets, ropes and traps, also contributes to the growing problem of marine plastic pollution, further ...

It was constructed of wooden stakes and nets of various size openings, which was used to catch a variety of fish species (and any other animals who were attracted to the fish). Sometime in the past ...

Fishing enthusiasts urged to adopt bird-safe fishing practicesRecreational fishing enthusiasts are being urged to adopt bird-safe fishing practices as ...

Provisions in the bill would put a statewide ban on using dip nets, cast nets, traps and seine fishing for collecting minnows ...