Another fishing closure in the Atlantic after recent sightings of right whales

HALIFAX – The Department of Fisheries and Oceans announced another fishing closure in Atlantic Canada following the discovery of two right whales from the North Atlantic in the Bay of Fundy

. for endangered species – will be closed to fishing commencing at 6 pm

The closure will remain in effect until further notice, with the affected fisheries including groundfish, herring, mackerel and mackerel. lobster.

four other closures in the Gulf of St. Lawrence as part of its conservation efforts for right whales.

Fishing gear can pose a great risk to whales because entanglement can prevent them from eating or swimming