Episode Synopsis "Preserving Coral Reefs by Ending Ghost Fishing"

"Ghost fishing" doesn't refer to paranormal activity, but rather the entrapment of fish in discarded fishing nets or fishing gear. This harmful phenomenon is being tackled by diving organization Ghost Diving, who are committed to freeing coral reefs and other fish habitats from debris. Pascal van Erp, Ghost Diving founder and diver, explains the importance of clearing the oceans of discarded fishing gear in this episode of The Other 70%. Ghost Diving website Buy a Bracenet

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