Multiple choice What is bycatch? targeted species fish and shellfish that are raised for crops fish that have been over harvested in conventional fisheries species of fish that are captured due to their proximity... Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself D Correct answer Explanation Bycatch refers to the marine species that are caught unintentionally while fishing for a specific target species. These non-target animals, which can include other fish, marine mammals, or seabirds, are often discarded back into the ocean.