Blast fishing facts for kids

Under water explosion

Blast fishing or dynamite fishing is the use of dynamite or homemade bombs to kill or stun many fish at once. This makes the fish easier to catch. It kills many fish, and damages where they live. The explosions often destroys the habitat (such as coral reefs) which supports the fish.

The explosives are also dangerous for the fishermen, causing accidents and injuries. The practice is illegal in many places.

Images for kids

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  Fish floating immediately after the blast

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  Explosives being prepared for blast fishing

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  First World War sailor with a fish stunned by the explosion of a depth charge

See also

In Spanish: Pesca con explosivos para niños