Overfishing

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This paper addresses the environmental problem of overfishing from a global perspective, explaining that it is an international problem that requires international solutions. The paper explores the biological nature of the problem and possible solutions.

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"According to Udy Bell, writing for "UN Chronicle", over fishing refers to the practice of commercial fishing which depletes a fishery by catching so many adult fish that not enough remain to breed and replenish the population. Bell notes that fishing is central to the livelihood and food security of about million people, especially in the developing world. Bell adds that one out of five people depend on fish as their primary source of protein. Concerns regarding overfishing were addressed at the World Summit on Sustainable Development..."

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