Climate change, human pressures push Bangladesh’s ‘national fish’ into decline

Considering the importance of hilsa fish in the country’s dietary needs, economy, and the livelihood of fishermen, Bangladesh has long made several conservation attempts to increase the population of the fish. Most of these attempts have been a success. However, in recent years, fishermen are experiencing smaller catch on their usual route even after the … Continue reading Climate change, human pressures push Bangladesh’s ‘national fish’ into decline