[Jacko]

Originally Posted by Rissask

Good to see them taking steps to preserve the fishing in the area.

maybe the gov't should be as smart in regards to the Nom 29 Shark Norma in Cabo.

It looks like the valid protests are starting to be heard...read here

Although Shark Norma sets regulations for commercial fishing, conservationists argue that it does little to protect the other species that always end up in shark fishermen's nets and on their longline hooks such as whales, dolphin, sea lions, endangered sea turtles as well as highly prized game fish such as dorado and marlin.

Conapesca's news release, according to those who have read it, downplays criticisms, but does say “changes will be made to the new regulations to prohibit the commercialization of billfish and cites Mexican fisheries law (Articulo 13, La Ley de Pesca) to clarify that species protected by the 50-mile conservation zones are reserved for the exclusive use of the sport fishery and may not be taken by other than recreational fishing gear.”