Manama : The Supreme Council for Environment (SCE) has announced lifting a fishing ban on spangled Emperor (Shaari), rabbitfish (Safi) and seabream (Andag), from April 1 to May 31, according to Edict (2) of 2024.
The Council noted that the measure forms part of the Kingdom of Bahrain’s ongoing efforts to preserve marine resources, promote environmental sustainability, rehabilitate ecosystems, and increase both the quantity, and diversity of marine life available in local markets.
It said that the resolution stipulates a ban on the fishing of Emperor (Shaari), rabbitfish (Safi), and seabream (Andag), fish in Bahrain’s territorial waters during the months of April, and May each year. Fishermen who inadvertently catch these species during the ban period are required to release them back into the sea promptly, while ensuring their safety.
The Supreme Council for Environment underscored the importance of strengthening community cooperation to ensure compliance with the decision, emphasising that the regulation of fishing is a national responsibility.
