Deep-Sea Mining Endangers Pacific Tuna
A new study published on 11th July, 2023, has highlighted the potential interference of deep-sea mining with the migration of tuna species in the Pacific Ocean, which is expected to be influenced by climate change.
Key Points
- Impact on Tuna Migration: The study focused on three tuna species and found that climate change is likely to alter their migration patterns, which could lead to conflicts with mining activity in the Clarion-Clipperton Zone.
- Tuna Migration and Climate Change: Tuna, a highly migratory and commercially valuable fish, is particularly sensitive to shifts in ocean conditions.
- As the planet warms, ocean temperatures change, affecting the ....
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