Tech Innovations Turn the Tide Against Ocean Bycatch

Every year, millions of marine animals—including turtles, whales, and dolphins—die as unintended victims of commercial fishing. New technologies like LED-equipped nets and low-tech solutions such as water bottle attachments are proving effective at reducing bycatch while remaining practical for fishermen, creating rare alignment between industry, conservationists, and consumers. As research advances these solutions, bycatch reduction represents a critical opportunity to make fishing more sustainable without compromising livelihoods.