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乱獲

らんかく

N1overharvesting · overfishing

Examples

魚の乱獲を防ぐため漁獲量を記録した。

記録には、乱獲によって貝の数が減ったと書かれている。

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Study notes

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

  • Structure: 乱獲 is read as らんかく and can mean “overharvesting” or “overfishing”, depending on context.
  • Basic usage: The examples show overfishing controlled through catch records and excessive shellfish harvesting.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

  • Distinguishing senses and uses
    • It is harvesting wildlife beyond sustainable recovery and applies not only to fish but also shellfish and other animals.

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