I'm doing a project and trying to find the best way to get rid of invasive lionfish in the oceans. I have debated two things: spearfishing or having divers train different native species to eat lionfish. Here are some pros and cons I have thought of each solution.
Spearfishing:
Pros:
If there is a bounty placed on lionfish, it creates an initiative for divers to kill lionfish and spreads a message about the health of coral reefs and the ocean
Cons:
Seems to be ineffective based on the rate of reproduction
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Having divers train different native species:
Pros:
Seems like a more effective solution for long term reduction because it will fit lionfish in the food chain
Cons:
Dangerous, because apparently some species will start to associate the divers with food and be a big risk to safety
Let me know what y'all think is the most effective way to reduce lionfish populations.
Spearfishing:
Pros:
If there is a bounty placed on lionfish, it creates an initiative for divers to kill lionfish and spreads a message about the health of coral reefs and the ocean
Cons:
Seems to be ineffective based on the rate of reproduction
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Having divers train different native species:
Pros:
Seems like a more effective solution for long term reduction because it will fit lionfish in the food chain
Cons:
Dangerous, because apparently some species will start to associate the divers with food and be a big risk to safety
Let me know what y'all think is the most effective way to reduce lionfish populations.