The Covid-19 pandemic is reported to have had a dramatic impact on the fishing industry (https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/jun/08/small-boats-women-workers-hardest-hit-covid-19-fisheries-impact), with the biggest effects on the activities of small boats and women (who make up a large proportion of workers who deal with preparation of materials for sale). One of the prime reasons for the decline has been the (temporary?) cessation of activity in the hospitality sector (hotels and restaurants), triggering substantial declines in the prices for what are usually choice food items. I suppose that the only upside of this might be a small recovery in stocks of normally highly-prized marine animals.
This blog may help people explore some of the 'hidden' issues involved in certain media treatments of environmental and scientific issues. Using personal digital images, it's also intended to emphasise seasonal (and other) changes in natural history of the Swansea (South Wales) area. The material should help participants in field-based modules and people generally interested in the natural world. The views are wholly those of the author.
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