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True Catch is committed to ending illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing that threatens ocean health, marine biodiversity, and coastal communities. We work to expose harmful practices, promote transparency in global fisheries, and advocate for sustainable, law-abiding solutions that ensure a thriving ocean for generations to come.
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Our website empowers the fight against Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) fishing through targeted campaigns that combine cutting-edge satellite tracking, community support with sustainable fishing gear, local reporting tools, investigative exposure of illegal supply chains, and direct funding for ocean patrols. By educating visitors, facilitating donations, and fostering grassroots action, we protect vulnerable marine ecosystems, support honest fishers, and hold illegal actors accountable—together creating a stronger, more transparent ocean future.
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IUU fishing harms oceans, fishers, and communities worldwide. Learn how satellite tracking, community tools, investigations, and patrols work together to stop illegal fishing and protect marine life. Discover the impact and how you can help make a difference.
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From local patrols to global partnerships, every step we take against illegal fishing is made possible by people like you.
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The Krill Kill Joy, out in Antartica
Krill Fishing Hits All-Time High—and Triggers Early Shutdown For the first time in history, the Antarctic krill fishery has closed early ...
Julian Szymkowiak-Larsen
The Dark Side of Seafood: How to Tell If Your Fish Was Illegally Caught
When you’re shopping for dinner or sitting down at your favorite sushi spot, the last thing you’re thinking about is whether your fish...
Julian Szymkowiak-Larsen
How IUU Fishing Hurts Small-Scale Fishermen
Why illegal fishing hits the people who can afford it least Imagine waking up before sunrise, heading out to sea in a boat your...
Julian Szymkowiak-Larsen
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