(Phys.org)—A team of researchers from the University of Illinois has found that recreational fishing that employs the use of lures to catch largemouth bass, results in a reduction in male bass that make ...

Biology - Ecology

Dec 04, 2012 4 / 5 (1) 0 |

Anglers are required to use circle hooks in some fishing tournaments because they are less likely to cause lethal injuries in billfish, such as marlin. However, research from North Carolina State University ...

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Mar 28, 2012 not rated yet 0

(PhysOrg.com) -- An archaeologist from The Australian National University has uncovered the world’s oldest evidence of deep sea fishing for big fish, showing that 42,000 years ago our regional ancestors ...

Other Sciences - Archaeology & Fossils

Nov 25, 2011 4.5 / 5 (8) 5 |

(PhysOrg.com) -- Scientists have developed a new type of fishing hook to reduce the number of sharks accidently caught from commercial fishing. The special hook, called SMART Hook (Selective Magnetic and Repellent-Treated ...

Biology - Ecology

Jun 08, 2011 not rated yet 0