Summary
This summary study describes all identified fishing techniques that have been used globally to reduce unintended species bycatch, to improve clarity on available techniques and highlight opportunities for further research and development. Of the total 55 techniques identified, the majority are specific to long-line fisheries and to designed to benefit small mammals, seabirds, and sea turtles. Additionally, the majority of techniques (81%) attempt to avoid contact of bycatch species with fishing gear altogether, rather than attempting escape or release.