I WONDER - What Is Overfishing?

The video discusses the importance of sustainable fishing practices to prevent overfishing, which can endanger species and disrupt the food chain. It highlights the negative impact of trawling on marine life, including seaweed and coral, and emphasizes the role of sea plants in absorbing carbon and mitigating climate change.

Why is it important to fish in moderation?

• To ensure a steady supply of fish for the market

• To reduce the cost of fishing equipment

• To prevent certain species from becoming endangered or extinct

• To increase the number of fish in the ocean

What is one consequence of overfishing?

• Increased biodiversity in the ocean

• Higher fish prices in the market

• Risk of species becoming endangered

• More employment opportunities in fishing

What can happen if a species in the ocean goes extinct?

• It will lead to an increase in the population of other species

• It will have no effect on the ocean

• It will make fishing easier

• It will disrupt the food chain and affect other fish

How does trawling affect marine life?

• It damages seaweed and coral

• It helps in cleaning the ocean floor

• It increases the growth of sea plants

• It has no impact on marine life

Why is it important to protect sea plants?

• They provide food for all marine animals

• They absorb carbon and help prevent climate change

• They are used in making fishing nets

• They have no significant role in the ecosystem