Groups challenge California longline permits

The Center for Biological Diversity and Turtle Island Restoration Network have sued the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), challenging permits that exempt two fishing vessels from California’s prohibition on longline fishing.

Leatherback turtle. Credit: NOAA

The Center for Biological Diversity and Turtle Island Restoration Network have sued the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), challenging permits that exempt two fishing vessels from California’s prohibition on longline fishing.