Monday, August 22, 2011

Fishing endangers local fish- Pakistan-Himalaya

Ruthless fishing, using electric current, gunpowder and chemicals, have threatened the indigenous Mallah fish in the rivers and streams of Hazara, northwest Pakistan. Owing to its shortage in the local rivers and streams, the price of Mallah has jumped to Rs 300 – 400 per kg.
August 15
http://www.dawn.com/2011/08/15/extensive-fishing-endangers-local-species.html

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