Modify Fishing Gear
Within this category of bycatch reduction, measures such as using sorting grids could be used to release species much smaller than tuna, generally bony fish, found near the FAD. Similarly, applying the backdown maneuver to release sharks could represent a promising area of research.
As previously noted, there is a need to further explore and develop strategies that enable the release of non-target species before they are brought on board, where their chances of survival significantly decrease. Onboard handling, especially in the case of sharks, can pose serious risks to crew safety.