Oceanography Essay Outline
Oscar james
Geology 130
Introduction to Oceanography
M/W 10:35 AM
End of the Line: Overfishing in Our World’s Oceans There is no doubt that the oceans are among our biggest resources for life on earth, but they are also our scapegoat for some of mankind’s biggest problems. Because the oceans cover the majority of our planet’s surface, we believe it to be this massive amount of endless means to food, life, and nutrients. Unfortunately, this is not the case. The oceans are slowly diminishing away in resources and humans are responsible. While it’s true the oceans can provide us with some amazing eco-solutions like alternative energy, new life, and environmental protections, they’re still undergoing some serious stress factors. One of the most …show more content…
And in many regions, there is reason for hope. But illegal fishing and unsustainable harvesting still plagues the industry. And a public grown accustomed to abundant seafood and largely apathetic about the plight of the oceans complicates efforts to repair the damage we 've done.
If we want to we can reverse most of the destruction. In some situations, it might only take a decade, in others it might take centuries. According to Overfishing.org, in order to help manage fisheries, safe catch limits must be enforced. A constantly reassessed, scientifically determined, limit on the total number of fish caught and landed by a fishery should be implemented. Making sure that all harvests aren’t overstepping the oceans’ replenishment speeds.
Also, many ocean habitats must be protected. The key parts in ecosystems need full protection from destructive fisheries. Some examples could include spawning and nursing grounds of fish, delicate sea floor, unique unexplored habitats, and corals. These areas are vital to the constant growth and continued replenishment of fish in our oceans. If we were to destroy the breeding habitats of a certain species, then number would begin to decline more and more rapidly. A conservation effort must be made to help protect these
Geology 130
Introduction to Oceanography
M/W 10:35 AM
End of the Line: Overfishing in Our World’s Oceans There is no doubt that the oceans are among our biggest resources for life on earth, but they are also our scapegoat for some of mankind’s biggest problems. Because the oceans cover the majority of our planet’s surface, we believe it to be this massive amount of endless means to food, life, and nutrients. Unfortunately, this is not the case. The oceans are slowly diminishing away in resources and humans are responsible. While it’s true the oceans can provide us with some amazing eco-solutions like alternative energy, new life, and environmental protections, they’re still undergoing some serious stress factors. One of the most …show more content…
And in many regions, there is reason for hope. But illegal fishing and unsustainable harvesting still plagues the industry. And a public grown accustomed to abundant seafood and largely apathetic about the plight of the oceans complicates efforts to repair the damage we 've done.
If we want to we can reverse most of the destruction. In some situations, it might only take a decade, in others it might take centuries. According to Overfishing.org, in order to help manage fisheries, safe catch limits must be enforced. A constantly reassessed, scientifically determined, limit on the total number of fish caught and landed by a fishery should be implemented. Making sure that all harvests aren’t overstepping the oceans’ replenishment speeds.
Also, many ocean habitats must be protected. The key parts in ecosystems need full protection from destructive fisheries. Some examples could include spawning and nursing grounds of fish, delicate sea floor, unique unexplored habitats, and corals. These areas are vital to the constant growth and continued replenishment of fish in our oceans. If we were to destroy the breeding habitats of a certain species, then number would begin to decline more and more rapidly. A conservation effort must be made to help protect these