Tuesday, June 30, 2026
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Hooking big fish in warming oceans comes with a catch

When it comes to fishing, reeling in the biggest one is often the goal. But as it turns out, leaving the largest and oldest fish in the water can help entire fish populations cope better with ocean warming—and the benefits can last for generations.

Hooking big fish in warming oceans comes with a catch
Image: Phys.org
When it comes to fishing, reeling in the biggest one is often the goal. But as it turns out, leaving the largest and oldest fish in the water can help entire fish populations cope better with ocean warming—and the benefits can last for generations.

Originally published at Phys.org

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