evolutionary responses to overfishing
"Evolutionary responses to overfishing" refers to the changes that fish populations undergo over time in an effort to adapt and survive in an environment impacted by excessive fishing. These responses often involve alterations in life history traits, such as size, age at maturity, and reproduction, which can enable the fish to better withstand fishing pressures and maintain sustainable populations.
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