A behemoth boat/processing factory used by mega-fishing corporations. These boats cast nets on the ocean floor which can drag behind the boat as far as a mile. The nets, of course, snag everything in their path, so when they are pulled up, far less than 10% of the contents are usable. The rest of the catch, more often than not, either dies or suffers considerable damage. This type of fishing is responsible for the severe depopulation of marine habitats - over 70% of the world's seas are either depleted, barely recovering from depletion or on the verge of depletion.

Fun fact to impress your friends with:

Q-How many cod are in the waters off of Cape Cod?
A-None.

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