Regulations protecting striped marlin as a recreational-only fishery are under threat by commercial fishermen who want to keep and sell marlin. Recreational fishing groups are adamant that marlin must remain a non-commercial species. Read the media release Marlin NOT for sale here then sign the online ‘Marlin are not for sale’ position statement and make your voice heard.
https://legasea.co.nz/marlin-position-statement.php