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Pertaining to Atlantic Menhaden [4 VAC 20 ‑ 1270]
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1/14/25  3:22 pm
Commenter: Kathy Lambrow

In Support of the Petition for Rulemaking
 

Please impose the moratorium on reduction fishing for menhaden within the Chesapeake Bay until all studies have been completed and considered.  Current independent scientific studies have shown that the Menhaden population has declined due to overfishing and is severely impacting the wildlife (Ospreys) and other fish species (Rockfish) who depend upon them as a food source.  This has a major impact on all industries that rely on these species and action is necessary now to preserve the Bay ecosystem.  

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