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Heather Welch

Heather Welch is a Researcher in Ecosystem Dynamics at the University of California, Santa Cruz.
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Industrial Fishing Poses A Greater Threat To Turtles, Sharks And Seals Than Previously Thought Anthony Quintano/Civil Beat

Industrial Fishing Poses A Greater Threat To Turtles, Sharks And Seals Than Previously Thought

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Risk calculations likely underestimate the impact of undetected fishing vessels operating in key ocean habitats.

When Fishing Boats Go Dark At Sea, They鈥檙e Often Committing Crimes. Here’s Where It’s Happening Photo: Clipper/Wikipedia, CC BY

When Fishing Boats Go Dark At Sea, They鈥檙e Often Committing Crimes. Here’s Where It’s Happening

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The high seas are the modern world鈥檚 Wild West, a vast expanse of water far from oversight and authority where outlaws engage in illegal activities.