Can conservation save our ocean?
Synopsis
A marine protected area in Mexico faces illegal fishing, with poachers earning up to $100,000 for a kilo of totoaba swim bladders sold in China.
Synopsis
Underwater near Cabo Pulmo, marine biologist Professor Octavio Aburto makes his last dive of the day. In the upper Gulf of California, Sea Shepherd works with local authorities to enforce marine protected areas where fishing is restricted. Illegal fishing persists, targeting endangered species like the totoaba, which can sell for $100,000 a kilo in China. The film documents the challenges of conserving ocean ecosystems amid overfishing, pollution, and climate change, stressing the need for increased protection of ocean resources.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See how Sea Shepherd confronts illegal fishing in Mexico.
- Find out the staggering value of the totoaba fish in China.
- Meet marine biologist Patricia Gandolpho on the front lines.
Did You Know
- The totoaba's swim bladder can sell for up to $100,000 a kilo in China.
- The vaquita porpoise is one of the most endangered sea creatures on the planet.
- Marine protected areas are designated sections of ocean to be conserved and managed.
- Overfishing, pollution, and climate change threaten the health of ocean resources.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vaquita?
The vaquita is a particularly rare porpoise that is caught in the nets of criminal gangs and local fishermen.
How much can a kilo of totoaba's swim bladder fetch in China?
A kilo of totoaba's swim bladder can fetch up to $100,000 in China.
What are marine protected areas (MPAs)?
Marine protected areas are designated sections of ocean to be conserved, managed, and protected.
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