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Farmed Fish Tops Beef In Pursuit Of The Plate

June 17, 2013

(FARM) For the first time in modern history, fish farming has surpassed beef production. In 2012, the world production of farmed fish reached 66 million, while the world production of beef only hit 63 million. These staggering statistics are not coincidental but are most likely a result from the increase in grain and soybean prices, which makes raising cattle significantly more expensive. Thus, fish farming has become somewhat more efficient but is still problematic. Certain farm-raised fish, like salmon, tuna, and shrimp, are fed smaller fish, and the combined mass of the smaller fish is larger than that of the farmed fish—making the input greater than the output. Overall, the human race is eating beyond the constraints of the natural environment, and veganism may be the best solution to this growing problem. Continue reading for more on farmed fish and beef production as well as the effects these industries have on our environment. — Global Animal

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Sea Turtles Get Caught In The Bycatch

April 28, 2013

(OCEANS) In a new study, Bryan Wallace and a team of researchers illustrate the relationship between sea turtle bycatch, (unwanted animals which are caught by fishing boats then discarded) and small-scale fisheries. Although there is little research backing bycatch and mortality rates in terms of endangered species like marine turtles, Wallace, in his research, learned that on average, the hardest places to be a sea turtle were in the East Pacific, Northwest, Southwest Atlantic, and Mediterranean. With such a vast number of sea turtles being killed in the bycatch of small-scale fisheries, it is critical for these small-scale fisheries to become a sustainable business. Read on to learn more about the informative study. — Global Animal

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Academy Award Nominee Drowns For Fish (VIDEO)

February 24, 2013

(OCEANS) In a controversial new PETA commercial, award-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix puts himself into the position of the 1 trillion fish who are killed each year by the fish industry. In the video, shot by famous shark photographer Michael Muller, Phoenix narrates, “In water humans drown, just as fish suffocate on land. It’s slow, and painful, and frighting.” The Master star carries out possibly one of the scariest parts of his career as he desperately trashes underwater, each failed breath further filling his lungs with water. The ad brings awareness to the fact that we often choose to separate fish from land animals simply because they’re different. Read on to learn more about this initiative and view the video for yourself. — Global Animal

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Green Heron Goes Fishing (VIDEO)

September 2, 2012

(WILDLIFE) Give a bird some bread and it’ll teach itself how to fish! There’s no question about the intelligence of animals and the ability to use tools. But this green heron’s plan is particularly nifty. Watch the video of this bird using a piece of bread to catch dinner. — Global Animal  

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Deaths Spur Shark Hunt In France

August 4, 2012

(SHARK NEWS) The French government gave the go-ahead for the extermination of bull sharks in the waters off the French Indian Ocean island of Reunion after a rise in shark attacks in the area. The government is giving out financial incentives to fishermen who kill the near threatened marine animal. With shark specialists contending that the drastic initiative will not work and with other humane alternatives on the table, the potential shark cull seems ridiculous and ineffective just to make waters safer for surfers. Read on for more on this potentially tragic and misguided decision. — Global Animal

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Fisherman Provides Prey For Bald Eagle

July 14, 2012

(ANIMAL NEWS) WASHINGTON — Last week, a lucky fisherman experienced real, wild life interaction when a 6-foot bald eagle dived down from the skies to snatch the man’s catch. As one of the most beautiful creatures in our world and an American icon, the bald eagle does not make many appearances in our everyday lives. Not only was this man able to see the grand bird, but he was also able to play a part in this human-animal connection by directly providing a meal for the eagle. Read on for more details about the unbelievable incident. — Global Animal 

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Fishermen Willingly Limit Their Catch

July 3, 2012

(ANIMAL ACTIVISM) ENGLAND — In an effort to help protect and preserve the ecosystem of Lyme Bay, fishermen have congregated and voluntarily signed an agreement to limit the amount of fishing done per year. These restrictions will be a big help in maintaining the nature and wildlife of the area, and improving conditions for animals. Read on to learn how fishermen and scientists are working together to protect the habitat. — Global Animal

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Return Of The Cod

July 2, 2012

(ANIMAL NEWS) Twenty years ago the cod industry was shut down in many places due to overfishing, and scientists are now seeing the first signs of the population returning. The rise in water temperatures in some northern areas is helping the longevity of the fish. Read on for more on the recovery of this species. — Global Animal  

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