Economics Supply And Demand Questions
Overfishing refers to the practice of catching fish at a rate that exceeds their natural reproduction rate, leading to a depletion of fish stocks in a particular area or species. This occurs when the demand for fish exceeds the sustainable supply, resulting in a decline in fish population and potential ecosystem imbalance. Overfishing can have severe consequences, including the collapse of fisheries, loss of biodiversity, and negative impacts on coastal communities that rely on fishing for their livelihoods.