# Famed oceanographer calls for ending krill catch near Antarctica as governments debate fishing quota

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- Published: 2026-10-29T18:20:28+00:00
- Category: Science
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Renowned oceanographer Sylvia Earle is calling for an end to krill fishing near Antarctica as officials from the U.S., China, Russia and 24 other governments negotiate a possible deal to dramatically expand fishing for the crustacean that's a vital food source for whales in the international waters surrounding the ice-covered continent.

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