In the fishing industry, ‘unintentional bycatch’ is the general term for ‘anything that we don’t mean to catch’. Dolphins, turtles, sharks and sea birds are some of the most common animals that face ...

The best fishing nets make it easy to catch and release fish. Like most fishing gear, nets come in a variety of shapes and sizes, from large landing nets to small, compact dip nets. After researching ...

A whale that washed ashore in Hawaii over the weekend likely died in part because it ate large volumes of fishing traps, fishing nets, plastic bags and other marine debris, scientists said Thursday, ...

Researchers in Hawaii say they are "surprised and sad" to find plastic items and other marine debris in the stomach of a 60-ton sperm whale that washed up on a reef in a park in Kauai. The whale ...

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — The deaths of 22 dolphins in trawler nets prompted fresh calls today for the New Zealand government to ban two types of fishing nets from the habitats of two critically ...

What is the best fishing net? Hooking a fish takes patience and skill. Experienced anglers know the reward of landing the day’s prize. But landing a fish is difficult with your bare hands. That’s why ...

Researchers in Hawaii say they are "surprised and sad" to find plastic items and other marine debris in the stomach of a 60-ton sperm whale that washed up on a reef in a park in Kauai. The whale ...