A fishing boat’s haul includes the targeted fish species, as well as bycatch: a sea turtle, crabs, and sand dollars that were caught unintentionally. Certain fishing gear, such as turtle excluder devices can help decrease bycatch.
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A fishing boat’s haul includes the targeted fish species, as well as bycatch: a sea turtle, crabs, and sand dollars that were caught unintentionally. Certain fishing gear, such as turtle excluder devices can help decrease bycatch.