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Tarakihi in Crisis | Auckland News
Tarakihi, New Zealand’s beloved fish, is in deep trouble—east coast stocks at just 8%, west coast at 29%—with scientists and environmental groups warning it’s dangerously depleted after decades of overfishing. Despite a supposedly top-tier management system, climate change and outdated science may be to blame. The Environmental Defence Society is calling for a fishing ban and protection of critical habitats, while Fisheries New Zealand proposes steep catch cuts—up to 84% on the west coast—and seeks public input before finalizing plans. The future of this iconic fish hangs in the balance…
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