🐟🌿 China's taking big steps to protect its aquatic friends! Starting today, a 4-month spring fishing ban is in effect across major rivers like the Pearl River, Huaihe River, Minjiang River, Qiantang River basin, and Hainan's inland waters. This ban lasts until June 30, aiming to give fish populations a much-needed break.
Except for recreational fishing (so your weekend plans are safe 😎🎣), all fishing activities are on pause. This move is all about giving breeding fish and their little ones a chance to thrive, helping to restore fishery resources, and pushing for sustainable development. It's a vital measure to keep aquatic biodiversity buzzing and promote ecological harmony.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, along with local police, is ramping up enforcement to prevent any sneaky illegal fishing methods (looking at you, poison and electric shocks ⚡️). They're serious about making sure this ban makes a real splash!
So if you’re in China or just a fan of our finned friends, let's cheer on this effort to protect marine life! 🌊🐠
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4-month spring fishing ban starts in China to conserve biodiversity
cgtn.com
