Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the ongoing issue of unauthorized fish release activities in Beijing, despite the establishment of designated release platforms and regulations aimed at standardizing these activities [1][7]. Group 1: Unauthorized Release Activities - Citizens frequently engage in unauthorized fish release, often changing locations to evade inspections, with reports of individuals releasing fish in various rivers such as the Yongding River and the Chaobai River [2][3]. - Fish vendors in local markets openly sell fish for release without requiring inspection or quarantine certificates, indicating a lack of regulatory enforcement [2][3]. - Many individuals involved in these activities are unaware of the designated release platforms established by the government, suggesting a gap in public awareness and communication [3][4]. Group 2: Designated Release Platforms - In May 2023, Beijing identified four designated fish release platforms: Jinhai Lake, Xishuiyu Reservoir, Koutou Reservoir, and Yuanbo Lake, but access to these sites is often complicated and not user-friendly [7][11]. - The management of these platforms varies, with some locations lacking clear signage and guidance for citizens wishing to release fish, leading to confusion and non-compliance with regulations [10][11]. - At Yuanbo Lake, while there are some regulatory measures in place, enforcement is lax, with inspections failing to adequately verify the source of fish being released [14][15]. Group 3: Regulatory Challenges - The complexity of obtaining necessary permits and certificates for fish release contributes to the prevalence of unauthorized activities, as many individuals find the process cumbersome and opt to bypass it [15]. - Citizens have suggested that authorities improve the convenience of designated release points, enhance signage, and streamline the process for obtaining necessary documentation to encourage compliance [15].