Technical Mitigation Techniques to Reduce Bycatch of Sharks: There is no Silver Bullet

This paper presents the first comprehensive global review of technical mitigation measures (i.e., gear modifications and mitigation devices) designed to reduce shark bycatch in commercial fishing gear, building on the work of Fowler (2016). It includes assessments of mitigation testing, effectiveness and a synthesis of best practice mitigation, identifying areas requiring greater attention and covers all shark and ray species and fishing techniques.