FISHERIES MANAGEMENT AND ECOLOGY
Scope & Guideline
Bridging disciplines for effective fisheries stewardship.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Sustainable Fisheries Management:
The journal emphasizes research that contributes to sustainable practices in fisheries, addressing overfishing, stock assessments, and management strategies that balance ecological health with socio-economic needs. - Ecological Interactions and Dynamics:
Publications explore the ecological interactions within aquatic ecosystems, including predator-prey dynamics, habitat use, and the effects of environmental changes on fish populations. - Technological Innovations in Fisheries Science:
Research often includes the development and application of new technologies for monitoring and managing fisheries, such as echosounder data analysis, genetic tagging, and modeling approaches. - Socio-Economic Aspects of Fisheries:
The journal also addresses the socio-economic dimensions of fisheries, including the impact of recreational fishing, community involvement, and the economic implications of management decisions. - Climate Change Effects:
A growing focus on how climate change impacts fish populations and fisheries management, with studies investigating temperature effects, habitat shifts, and adaptive management strategies.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of Climate Change on Fisheries:
A significant increase in studies focusing on the effects of climate change on fish populations and ecosystems, highlighting the urgent need for adaptive management strategies in response to shifting environmental conditions. - Integrative Management Approaches:
Research is trending towards integrative and ecosystem-based management approaches that consider interactions among species, habitats, and human activities, showcasing a shift from traditional management paradigms. - Technological Advancements in Monitoring:
Emerging themes include the use of advanced technologies such as remote sensing, acoustic monitoring, and genetic tools for assessing fish populations and their habitats, pointing to a future where data-driven decision-making is paramount. - Recreational Fisheries and Community Engagement:
There is a growing focus on the role of recreational fisheries in local economies and the importance of community engagement in fisheries management, reflecting a recognition of the socio-economic dimensions of fisheries. - Biodiversity and Conservation in Fisheries:
Emerging research is increasingly addressing biodiversity concerns within fisheries, including the conservation of threatened species and habitats, and the role of fisheries in maintaining ecological balance.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Stocking Practices:
Research on conventional fish stocking methods has decreased, likely due to a growing emphasis on ecological integrity and the need for more innovative approaches to enhance fish populations. - Bycatch Reduction Techniques:
Although still relevant, the frequency of studies specifically targeting bycatch reduction techniques has waned, possibly overshadowed by broader ecological assessments and integrated management strategies. - Historical Fisheries Data Analysis:
There appears to be a decline in papers focused solely on historical data analysis, as more studies integrate historical perspectives within broader ecological and management frameworks. - Single-Species Management Frameworks:
The focus on single-species management approaches has decreased, as there is a shift towards more holistic ecosystem-based management strategies that consider multi-species interactions. - Local Knowledge in Fisheries Management:
While still important, the emphasis on local knowledge and traditional ecological knowledge in fisheries management has seen a reduction, reflecting a trend towards data-driven approaches.
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