Lost lobster traps have big impact in Florida Keys
Posted by nos.web@noaa.gov on 19 December, 2008
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In a recent study, NOS scientists found that parts and pieces of lobster traps are the most common form of marine debris in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. The tens of thousands of traps lost each year continue to trap, injure, or kill sea life; damage sensitive habitats; and are a hazard to navigation....