In response to findings that fish populations off the Galápagos coast were depleted by commercial fishing, the Ecuadoran government took the following actions:
1. Expanded the protected area around the islands: One of the measures taken was to increase the size of the protected areas around the Galápagos Islands. By expanding the protected zones, the government aimed to safeguard the marine biodiversity and habitats crucial for the ecosystem's balance.
2. Declared all commercial fishing illegal: Another significant step was the decision to ban all commercial fishing activities in the region. This action was aimed at reducing further depletion of fish populations and allowing them to recover without the pressure of commercial exploitation.
These actions were crucial in addressing the issue of depleted fish populations off the Galápagos coast and demonstrated the government's commitment to conservation and sustainable management of the marine resources in the region.
