Marine Life and Fishing Industry Flashcards
How many people does the FAO estimate are supported by fishing, and what percentage of them are in developing countries?
The FAO estimates that fishing supports 500 million people, 90% of which are in developing countries.
What percentage of the annual protein consumption for 3 billion people do fish provide?
Fish provide 16% of the annual protein consumption for 3 billion people.
Give examples of countries where fish are considered a cultural choice and where they are a necessity.
Fish are a cultural choice in wealthier countries like Iceland and Japan, but a necessity in poorer countries like Namibia, Ghana, and Senegal.
What percentage of GDP is derived from fish, and where is this particularly important?
Fish contribute to 60% of GDP in many Small Island Development States, such as St. Lucia and the Maldives.
What proportion of marine species do coral reefs shelter?
Coral reefs shelter 25% of marine species.
What effect are warming waters in the North Atlantic having on North Atlantic cod?
Warming waters in the North Atlantic are killing the cold-water plankton that North Atlantic cod eat.
What impact is warming having on Arctic krill stocks in some parts of the Southern Ocean?
Arctic krill stocks, which are food for whales, are declining by up to 75% per decade in some parts of the Southern Ocean due to warming waters.
