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Where are the world's major fishing grounds?
The major fishing grounds are in shallow waters off the shores of the continents. These areas correspond to the warmer parts of the oceans, which are rich in phytoplankton. These tiny plants provide food for fish. Over-fishing has reduced fish stocks to dangerously low levels in some areas.
This map shows the major fishing grounds off North America and Europe.
This map shows the major fishing grounds off North America and Europe.
 
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