New Study: Warming Waters a Major Factor in the Collapse of New England Cod
Thursday, October 29, 2015 - 14:50
in Earth & Climate
For centuries, cod were the backbone of New England's fisheries and a key species in the Gulf of Maine ecosystem. Today, cod stocks are on the verge of collapse, hovering at 3-4% of sustainable levels. Even cuts to the fishery have failed to slow this rapid decline, surprising both fishermen and fisheries managers.