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Protected Species Handling, Release, and Identification Guidelines

May 24, 2022

This guide provides best practices for handling and releasing techniques for Pacific Island pelagic fisheries vessel owners, operators, and crew. These techniques help protect sea turtles, seabirds, sharks, giant manta rays, small whales and dolphins.