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What is a major consequence of overfishing?

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Impact of exploitation of the oceans

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What is a major consequence of overfishing?.

  1. A.Increase in fish populations
  2. B.Depletion of target species
  3. C.Improved marine biodiversity
  4. D.Reduction in bycatch

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Overfishing and Bycatch

Overfishing occurs when fish are caught faster than they can reproduce, leading to population declines. Bycatch is the accidental capture of non-target species during fishing, which can harm these populations.

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    Outline two consequences of overfishing on marine species.

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