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The influences of temporal-spatial parameters on CPUE of the Atlantic bluefin tuna purse seine fishery in eastern Mediterranean

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: In this study, we applied generalized additive model to investigate the influence of spatial temporal variables and vessel length on catch per unit-effort (CPUE) of Atlantic bluefin tuna (ABFT) purse seine fishery using catch and effort data from commercial logbooks and field surveys from 1992 to 2006. The vessel lengths of sampled purse seines ranged from 20 to 64 m. The number of ABFT caught within each operation varied between 1 and 2000. A total of 386 CPUE values for ABFT were calculated 0.05 and 60 t ⋅ (haul day)–1 with mean CPUE of 5.51 ± 0.54 t ⋅ (haul day)–1. Although the sea surface temperature had little influence on the CPUE, the effect of time and spatial variables, vessel length and salinity was found as significant. In conclusion, the spatial dynamics of ABFT should be considered if the impact of fisheries on the ecosystem is to be reduced.

Source: Journal of the Marine Biological Association of the United Kingdom

DOI: 10.1017/s002531542400002x

Authors: F. Saadet Karakulak, Tevfik Ceyhan

Institutions: Istanbul University, Ege University

Language: English

Topic: Marine and fisheries research

Subfield: Aquatic Science

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Life below water

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,450