Warming oceans drive tuna from Pacific islands
Briefly

Kauaka Petaia and his nephew navigate Tuvalu's lagoon to search for tuna, an essential resource for their country. After two hours, they locate seagulls and successfully catch eight tuna, a stark contrast to the days when Petaia's father taught him to fish. This experience reflects the dwindling fish populations and challenges faced by local fishermen, emphasizing the impact of environmental changes and overfishing which have led to a notable decline in catches compared to prior generations.
Kauaka Petaia and his nephew search the Pacific Ocean for tuna, signifying the importance of tuna as a crucial resource for Tuvalu. After a long search and spotting seagulls, they catch eight tuna, demonstrating the challenges of fishing compared to 30 years ago.
The fishing experience highlights the dwindling numbers of tuna caught compared to previous generations, illustrating the impact of environmental changes and overfishing on local fishing practices.
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