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Discussion Forum 12: Fishing Techniques Overfishing has been shown to be one of the most destructive things that we do to the oceans

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Discussion Forum 12: Fishing Techniques

Overfishing has been shown to be one of the most destructive things that we do to the oceans. While the actual removal of fish in unsustainable numbers can greatly harm marine communities, it is often compounded by the habitat destruction associated with fishing techniques. For this discussion forum, I want you to investigate some of the most common ways that we catch fish commercialy. Do some background research to learn as much as you can about each of the following commercial fishing techniques and their current regulations:

• Bottom trawling
• Longlines
• Gillnets,
• Purse seine nets

Directions:
1.  Choose ONE of the above methods.  Describe it in detail and offer your opinion on whether or not there should be any additional regulations put on the method of fishing you choose to discuss (in at least 200 words). If so, what should realistically be done?

Be sure to incorporate background information you found online into your proposal and consider some of the complicating issues such as:

• What could be done in place of these methods to catch fish?
• Who would enforce any regulations you think should be put into place?
• How can they be paid?
• What can be done in international waters where we do not technically have the jurisdiction to regulate fishing practices?
• Will there be any political ramifications if jobs are cut or catch values are significantly reduced?
• Are there any other potential issues that may arise from increased regulation?

 2. Then, after reading posts from your classmates, choose two that interest you and respectfully explain why you support or disagree with their position (at least 100 words for each response). Each of your two responses must add additional info from your research. 

3. As always you must cite the sources of any  specific facts/data that is not common knowledge. However,  DO NOT include any quoted passages.  Your post should be entirely your own words, thoughts, ideas, and feelings about this topic.