Fish Quote by M. S. Swaminathan
“There is an urgent need for regeneration of fisheries and fostering a sustainable fisheries programme. What I mean is, designing new fishing vessels and nets so that they do not disrupt the fish lifecycle by catching young ones and also do not destroy sea grass beds, which serve as habitats for dugongs.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: International Conference on Sustainable Fisheries, 2015
Advocates redesigning gear to protect juvenile fish and sea‑grass habitats, ensuring long‑term ecosystem health.
In simple terms: Protect young fish and habitats with better gear.
Key Takeaway
Adopt selective gear designs.
Themes
sustainability
conservation
marine ecology
Mood
concerned
optimistic
Type
policy
environmental
When to use this quote
- fishing industry
- policy making
- marine research
Key Concepts
ecosystem management
bycatch reduction
habitat preservation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can incentives support gear upgrades?
- What trade‑offs exist between yield and sustainability?
A Different Perspective
Implementation costs may be high for small‑scale fishers.
