Posts for tag "fishery research"
Two-Eyed Seeing Approach in Fisheries Management and Research
The Two-Eyed Seeing approach is a joint strategy that requires the equal collaboration of state and government agencies and Indigenous peoples. While these two groups have historically operated separately, the Two-Eyed Seeing approach calls for management and...
- Posted January 27, 2025
The Importance of Characterization in Fishery Management
Each species has its niche in its native ecosystem; from the smallest microorganism to larger predator species, each plays an important role in the ecological chain. This uniqueness from species to species makes characterization an essential component...
- Posted January 20, 2025
Evaluating the Efficacy of Marine Protected Areas
Managers of multi-use fisheries face the complex challenge of managing angler and biodiversity needs in addition to ensuring the water resource is protected. One strategy that resource management departments have implemented in saltwater fisheries is the establishment...
- Posted January 13, 2025
Transdisciplinary Fisheries Research: Improving and Diversifying Management Techniques
Fishery managers across the world are all too familiar with the challenge of balancing the various demands of a multi-use fishery resource. As a result, a 2022 study published in Reviews in Fish Biology and Fisheries proposes...
- Posted January 6, 2025
Using eDNA to Evaluate and Inform and Evaluate Fish Stocking Efforts
eDNA sampling and analysis have been used to evaluate native fish populations for many years, and a 2023 article published in Scientific Reports highlights its utility in evaluating restocking and measuring stock improvements. A key component of...
- Posted December 9, 2024
The Importance of Data-Informed Fishery Management
Fisheries across the world contribute billions to the global and local economy, representing a vital source of food, recreation, income and employment, and water resource. However, various stressors like unsustainable fishing practices, climate change, pollution, and other...
- Posted November 11, 2024
Fish Tagging: Everything to Know
Researchers and anglers alike are invested in the future of fisheries, creating a unique opportunity for community organizing and cooperation between groups. Many tagging programs offer opportunities to join in on initiatives through citizen science programs and...
- Posted September 21, 2022
