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Lobster Fishermen Sue Seafood Watch | Irvine News
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Maine lobster fishermen are suing the Monterey Bay Aquarium after its Seafood Watch program labeled American and Canadian lobster as “red” — meaning avoid — in 2022, citing risks to endangered whales. The industry argues it’s defamation that harms their $300 million+ economy and claims other fisheries pose greater threats. A judge recently raised First Amendment concerns, warning that allowing such lawsuits could flood courts with similar claims. Conservationists and government agencies back the aquarium’s stance on entanglement risks, while the plaintiffs insist evidence was withheld. This high-stakes legal battle, already underway since a lower court greenlit it, could reshape how conservation groups issue seafood recommendations nationwide.
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