fishing

Tuna Fishing in Panama

The Azuero Peninsula is home to the world’s most sought-after fish, the yellowfin tuna. 
 March to May is the high season for tuna fishing in Panama, currently, there is no closed season.

NGOs seek changes to Bill 131 on fishing and aquaculture regulations

November 2 2020 environmental and scientific organizations called on the President to issue a "partial veto" of bill 131, which was approved April 13th 2020 to regulate fishing and aquaculture.

Punta Chame, a breeding site for sharks

A recent study shows female sharks of the hammerhead species (Sphyrna lewini) are being captured by fishermen during breeding, researches are now proposing measures to help protect the species.