Cocos National Park and Illegal Fishing

Wafer Bay, the main ranger station of Cocos National Park, has become a repository for confiscated illegal fishing gear. This occurs almost daily, highlighting the prevalence of illegal fishing activities in the surrounding waters. The confiscated items include miles of fishing lines, hooks, and engines from illegal fishing boats, indicating the scale of the issue.

What is the main Ranger station at Wafer Bay known for?

• A fishing village

• A significant location in Cocos National Park

• A wildlife sanctuary

• A tourist attraction

What has Cocos National Park become a major site for?

• Wildlife conservation

• Marine research

• Illegal fishing gear disposal

• Tourist activities

How often is illegal fishing gear confiscated in the park?

• Monthly

• Weekly

• Yearly

• Almost daily

What fills the waters around Cocos National Park?

• Coral reefs

• Marine life

• Thousands of miles of fishing lines and hooks

• Tourist boats

What is frequently found in the waters of Cocos National Park?

• Coral reefs

• Dolphins

• Illegal fishing boats

• Tourist ships