Multiple Choice
Ninety-eight percent of saltwater aquarium fish cannot be bred in captivity and are taken directly from coral reefs around the world.More than 90 percent of the 11 million fish entering the United States each year are captured by applying cyanide onto the reef.This kills many fish; others are stunned, scooped up, and sold.Many of them die in transit or soon after being sold.Also, for every live fish caught, about a square yard of coral is destroyed.Which action would likely be the most effective way to save the reef fish and the coral reef itself?
A) Restoring coral reefs after cyanide poisoning occurs
B) Completely prohibiting international trade in coral reef fish
C) Improving captive breeding of reef fish
D) Developing new habitats for coral reef organisms
E) Prohibiting international trade in the most popular coral reef fish
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