Warnings of Environmental Disaster in Iraqi Wetlands Due to 'Dosh' Nets

mesoiraq - The Iraqi Fishermen's Association has warned against the widespread use of "Dosh" fishing nets in the country's wetlands, emphasizing that they pose a significant threat to endemic and migratory waterfowl while depleting biodiversity. In an official statement, the association clarified that utilizing these nets results in the capture of massive numbers of non-target birds, which disrupts the ecological balance. It stressed the urgent need for strict field monitoring and the enforcement of laws to hold violators accountable before this practice turns into an uncontrollable phenomenon. Furthermore, the association called on relevant environmental and security authorities to collaborate in preventing the use of these nets, urging citizens and fishermen to report illegal hunting activities to protect natural resources and wildlife.