Improving identification of fish bycatch in the Antarctic krill fishery
Key Facts
FUNDING SCHEME Darwin Plus Main
VALUE £308,263
WHERE British Antarctic Territory, South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands
Summary
Fish bycatch is a global problem requiring accurate information to develop conservation and management
strategies. Within the Antarctic krill fishery, fish and larval fish are regularly observed as bycatch. Improved understanding of where, when and which fish are caught is essential. This project will develop enhanced identification material for scientists on board fishing vessels and refine our knowledge of fish species distributions at different life stages. It will translate into improved fisheries management for the benefit of BAT and GSGSSI.
Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS), MRAG Ltd, University of Newcastle - Biology, Government of South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands (GSGSSI)
