Sentence examples for pattern of overfishing from inspiring English sources

In the Florida Keys, however, where intensive fishing didn't take off until the mid-19th century, there have been fewer regulations and a repeating pattern of overfishing of one species for sale on global markets followed by a crash in that fish population and a switch to a new species.

In some areas, it has become scarce because of overfishing.

The government has handled its marine resources cannily, avoiding the worst excesses of overfishing.

Since so many oysters are farmed, there's little danger of overfishing.

Because of overfishing the salmon catch is off and gold mining has been in a slump.

Scores of fish species have been in serious decline since the 1980s, largely because of overfishing.

Perhaps more important however, is the fact that certain cultures are fueling the problem of overfishing.

They suggest that poor fishery management, instead of subsidies, is the main cause of overfishing.

This situation can sometimes create a high risk of overfishing and potential loss of economic and social benefits.

The Caspian population, which includes six species, suffered several periods of overfishing.

But they are endangered, mostly as a result of overfishing.