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  <dc:title xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2024, Kent Wildlife Trust, Marine Internships, Seal Depredation Characterisation</dc:title>
  <dc:type xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">series</dc:type>
  <dc:identifier xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">https://portal.medin.org.uk/portal/start.php?tpc=015_468cc9d3da99c14a4e22a5c4105ee45f</dc:identifier>
  <dc:description xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">This report examines the interactions between seals and inshore fisheries in Kent, focusing on the economic and operational impacts of seal depredation. Seal depredation, defined as the removal or damage of commercially targeted fish species by seals, has emerged as a critical challenge for local fishers. Both grey and harbour seals have recovered significantly in the UK due to conservation efforts, with their populations increasing in the Thames Estuary. However, this success has led to the perceived growth of conflicts with fisheries.</dc:description>
  <dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">20241212</dc:date>
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