Common octopus and orange roughy among popular seafood species in rapid decline, landmark study finds

A huge survey of fish and invertebrates around the world has revealed over 80 per cent of populations are in decline and most are in a precarious state, writes Harry Cockburn

Tuesday 21 July 2020 14:36 BST
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The common octopus is among the species seeing rapid declines
The common octopus is among the species seeing rapid declines

“Severe” global declines of many popularly eaten sea species including fish, octopus, and shellfish have alarmed scientists after a new study revealed the extent of the problem.

Fish market favourites including the orange roughy, also known as deep sea perch, common octopus and pink conch are among the species of fish and invertebrates in rapid decline around the world.

The UK Marine Conservation Society has categorised orange roughy as “vulnerable to exploitation”.

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