A new fishing gear called Pop-up could help prevent whales from getting injured, according to scientists. Developed by researchers at the University of California, Santa Cruz, the gear is designed to deploy automatically to the surface when the fishing is complete, making it easier for whales to avoid entanglement. The gear is intended to be more whale-friendly and could reduce the number of serious injuries and deaths caused by fishing gear in the fishing industry. The gear could also potentially prevent the need for more restrictive fishing regulations, benefiting both marine life and fishing communities.
Lauren Sommer, a climate change reporter for NPR’s Science Desk, reported on the development of the Pop-up gear. Sommer highlighted the importance of the gear in reducing the number of fatalities and injuries caused by fishing gear to marine animals. The news story was funded in part by Connecticut Public’s Members, who value fact-based journalism and trustworthy information. The support of these members has enabled NPR to provide informative and insightful news coverage.
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In conclusion, the development of the Pop-up fishing gear is an important step towards reducing the number of injuries and fatalities caused by fishing gear to marine animals, particularly whales. As a community-supported public media service, Connecticut Public remains committed to providing quality journalism and unbiased news coverage to its listeners, viewers, and readers. With the support of individuals like you, Connecticut Public can continue to produce informative and insightful content that informs, educates, and inspires.
