According to research published by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) and the Zoological Society of London, of the species that have suffered a “population” decline, tuna and mackerel – two fish species that are eaten the most by humans. – up to 74% reduction.
Sea cucumbers – considered a premium food in Asia – have also declined significantly in quantity over the past few years, particularly in the Galapagos (down 98%) and the Red Sea (down 94%).
The study also noted the shrinking of marine habitats that provide food for the species.
The culprits leading to this situation, according to the study, are human over-exploitation and climate change.
Climate change is also contributing to a decline in the population of marine species. According to research, carbon dioxide (CO2) is absorbed into the oceans, acidifying the oceans and harming some species.
“Comprehensive changes are needed to ensure abundant life in the oceans for future generations,” he stressed.
