Fish Welfare

Why recreational fishing is bad for fish

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We explore why fishing is such a hurtful hobby and find out the ways you can help.

Fishing rod being cast into lake

The picture of someone fishing on a summer's day, sitting beside a vast open lake, may make you feel nostalgic, romantic or bring back fond memories of childhood. It’s hard to see how such a seemingly peaceful activity could cause suffering. But sadly, for the fishes involved, recreational fishing is far from fun.