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Tuesday, December 11, 2007

Fish Resources

The assignment given to us was to read a few of the many articles that relates to our fish resources in the CNMI. "There will be virtually nothing left to fish from the seas by the middle of the century if current trends continue, according to a major scientific study." This statement is exactly what Saipan is going through. One of the main source of food that we rely on are the fishes and it is really needed during 'Lent Season'. Commercial fishing is a business that relies, by definition, on the killing of fish. The more fish caught, the more successful. Not only does if help as a business on island, but having fish as a dish, has always been a part of a tradition as well. As far as I can remember, at almost all major gatherings, fish was always served. I was told that because it came from the ocean (and not our pockets), it helps when we have big gatherings.

"The benefits of marine-protected areas are quite clear in a few cases; there's no doubt that protecting areas leads to a lot more fish and larger fish, and less vulnerability," he said. I appreciate that such a study is being done to help protect our resources. I also agree with the "Catch-and-release" fishing, instead of "Catch-and-keep" fishing. At least for the sport of fishing.

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