Buddhism Quote by Bill Bryson
““But compared with much of the rest of the world, Europe is a beacon of enlightenment. Among the many amazing and depressing facts in his book, Roberts gives a list of all the aquatic life incidentally killed—the bycatch, as it is known—by a fishing boat in the Pacific Ocean in the process of legally catching 211 mahi-mahi. Among the aquatic animals hauled aboard and tossed back dead after a single sweep were: 488 turtles 455 stingrays and devil rays 460 sharks 68 sailfish 34 marlin 32 tuna 11 wahoo 8 swordfish 4 giant sunfish This was legal under international protocols. The hooks on the longlines were certified as “turtle friendly.” All this was to give 211 people a dinner of mahi-mahi. —””
About This Quote
Source Book: A Short History of Nearly Everything, 2003
The quote lists massive bycatch in a legal fishing operation, highlighting environmental harm despite “turtle friendly” claims.
In simple terms: Legal fishing kills many sea animals despite claims.
Key Takeaway
Question ecological impact of practices.
Themes
environment
fishing
bycatch
ethics
Mood
concerned
informed
Type
environmental
critical
When to use this quote
- marine conservation
- fishing industry
- environmental activism
Key Concepts
ecology
policy analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies could reduce bycatch?
- How do we balance food demand and marine life?
A Different Perspective
Economic interests often outweigh ecological concerns.
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