Should fisherman always catch and release?
Should fishermen always catch and release? Ask any fisherman, and he’ll tell you that there’s nothing quite like the tug of a fish on the end of the line. Once you land your catch, there’s a decision to make — keep it or release it. Most times the decision is made for you. Rivers and lakes all over the world are managed by wildlife organizations governed by agencies like the U.S. Department of Interior. These groups spend a great deal of time studying fish populations in the lakes, rivers and oceans of the world. Based on the findings of these studies, limits are imposed on the number, size and species of fish that can be kept. There are also rules regulating where and when fishing is allowed to take place in a body of water or region. These rules change with the growth or decline of a particular species. It’s called wildlife management, and it’s an important part of ensuring that fish thrive in the future. Fish populations are at risk though, according to some studies. One such study
