Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries Enacts Emergency Regulations to Protect Whales
SEAFOODNEWS.COM [Seafood News] - April 25, 2018
The sighting of endangered northern right whales in Cape Cod Bay has led the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries to enact two emergency regulations to protect the species from collisions with vessels and entanglement.
A trap gear closure that has been in place since February will be extended through May 6 for a portion of Cape Cod Bay. Lobstermen who fish in the area will be able to set their gear in the area on ...
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