The effects
of over-fishing was the topic of discussion at a World Fish Migration Day
presentation hosted by the South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity
(SAIAB). The presentation to mark this global event which took place at the
Port Alfred River and Skiboat Club on 23 May 2014, aimed to highlight the
ecological and social importance of migratory marine fish species and how they
are threatened by human activities. Similar celebrations took place at over 270
sites around the world.