In today’s technological age, there are endless possibilities. It can connect us to loved ones around the globe, provide us unlimited access and even save lives. Technology now has the potential for bringing a species back from extinction.
North Atlantic right Whales are a magnificent and beautiful species. These gentle giants have been known to splash and frolic on the ocean’s surface for months after giving birth and even use a low tone frequency that almost sounds like a whisper for their babies.
Tragically, this beautiful species is on the brink of extinction. 336Right whales are still found in our oceans. The most common causes of entanglement in vertical-line fishing gear and boat strikes are both Causes of deathThese whales are my inspiration.
Primarily used in lobster- and crab-fishing. Vertical line fishing gearThe fixed vertical rope extends from the ocean floor up to the ocean surface. Right whales must navigate dangerous traps as they glide through the ocean habitat.
It is often fatal for right whales to get caught in fishing gear.
The ropes are wrapped around their flippers, heads, and mouths and cut deep into their flesh, sometimes even removing their fins. These heavy ropes can make it difficult for right whales to swim and feed properly. They can even become too exhausted trying to reproduce, even if the whales survive. It is quite shocking. 80%Many right whales have scars from fishing gear entanglements.
We have the technology that we need to save this species. Vertical line fishing gear must be removed from the water in order to save right whales. You can do it with Ropeless fishing technology. Ropeless fishing gear uses an Inflatable buoyRemote tracking capabilities that allow lobstermen and fishermen to locate the cage from afar and bring it to the surface. No ropes in water means that right whale entanglements are eliminated.
Replacing the old, dangerous fishing technology with the whale safe alternative would help to revive the dwindling population.
The New England-based testing of this innovative fishing gear has been successful, but it is still in need of larger and more extensive testing to ensure its industry-wide acceptance. What can we do to increase the testing of this gear Funding!
Fortunately, Right Whales Coexistence ActThis is exactly what we offer.
The Right Whale Coexistence Act was introduced in the U.S. Congress last month. It would create a much-needed grant program that will support conservation efforts for the North Atlantic right Whale. The act will provide $15 million annually for 10 years to support right whale conservation.
This grant money could be used to fund the research and development of this ropeless fishing technology.
North Atlantic right-beaked whales are in danger of extinction. We need to act immediately to save them. The Right Whale Coexistence Act can be quickly passed by Congress to make the first step towards implementing technology that could help to revive the right whale population.
