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flag 526 tons of ornamental fish exported by Ernesto Rojas in Colombia in 2023, generating $6 million, amid sustainability concerns and regulatory efforts.

flag In Inirida, Colombia, Ernesto Rojas has spent 50 years in the ornamental fish trade, exporting around 526 tons of fish in 2023, generating $6 million. flag The region supplies 60% of Colombia's authorized species. flag While critics highlight sustainability concerns, proponents argue the trade aids habitat conservation and offers an alternative to illegal logging. flag Regulatory fishing bans aim to protect fish populations, with the World Wildlife Fund advocating for sustainable practices to benefit local communities and the environment.

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