New study shows illuminated fishing nets can reduce bycatch

Researchers have found that using LED lights on fishing nets could prevent endangered species such as sharks, sea turtles, and rays from being entangled.

These nets save fish

sensory bycatch deterrents - Press Office - Newcastle University

Study finds lighted nets reduce bycatch of sharks

Attaching green LED lights to fishing nets significantly reduces the bycatch of nontargeted animals, by: 95% elasmobranch (sharks, rays) biomass, 81% Humboldt squid, 48% unwanted fish. There were no significant differences in

LED lights attached to fishing nets could save tens of thousands of dolphins and sea turtles

Protecting Sea Turtles From Fishing Gear

Illuminated Nets Could Provide A Brighter Future For Sea Turtles

LED fishing nets could save turtles and dolphins

Using Light to Reduce Sea Turtle Bycatch – Shark Research & Conservation Program (SRC)