Antarctica’s krill fishery shut down after record catch triggers early closure
Summary
Officials have shut down the krill fishery near Antarctica earlier than planned after exceeding catch limits for the first time. This closure happened because there was no system in place to manage the increased krill fishing. The Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR) confirmed that fishing had reached the limit of 620,000 metric tons.Key Facts
- The krill fishery near Antarctica closed early because it exceeded its seasonal catch limit.
- The closure occurred after a record increase in krill catches.
- CCAMLR confirmed the season closure after reaching a 620,000 metric ton limit.
- A new management plan was not approved by countries like the U.S., Russia, and China last year.
- Demand for krill oil is rising, putting more pressure on krill stocks.
- In the 2023-24 season, 498,350 tons of krill were caught by 12 trawlers, mainly from Norway and China.
- Krill play a crucial role in marine ecosystems and in reducing climate change by storing carbon.
- Three humpback whales were affected by krill fishing nets last year.
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