Tag: bycatch_reduction

NOAA Highlights Sea Turtle Conservation Efforts During Annual Week

25 Jun 2026 3:33 p.m. · Source: NOAA Fisheries

NOAA Fisheries marked Sea Turtle Week 2026, emphasizing critical conservation efforts for the six threatened or endangered species in U.S. waters. Initiatives include reducing bycatch in shrimp trawls and rescuing cold-stunned turtles, underscoring their vital role in marine ecosystems.

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