The maximum of each species that can be caught without negatively influencing future populations of that species is called the:
A) maximum sustainable yield.
B) annual catch.
C) maximum global landing.
D) maximum global harvest.

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Maximum sustainable yield refers to the maximum amount of a species that can be harvested without depleting the population for future generations. It takes into account factors such as reproductive rates, growth rates, and other ecological factors to ensure a sustainable harvest. The other choices do not take into account sustainability and may contribute to overfishing and negative impacts on the species and their ecosystems.

The Maximum of Each Species That Can Be Caught Without