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Analysis of small-scale inland fisheries (SSIFs) is often highly dispersed and tends not reflect the true magnitude of their contribution to society. This is partly due to the insufficient attention given to this sector by the relevant authorities, in addition to its highly diverse characteristics, with complex patterns of operation in a wide range of systems, often in remote areas. Here, by integrating fishers as participatory fishery monitors, we provide fishery-dependent estimates of yields, the biological attributes of the fish species, and the spatiotemporal dynamics of the fisheries of lakes on the floodplain of the São Francisco basin in northeastern Brazil. As the fishers were willing participates in the monitoring, the results revealed well-structured artisanal fishing activities, with the lake system providing high-profile fish harvests from both monthly and annual perspectives. The spatial distribution of fishing effort reflected the adaptation of the fishers to the flood cycle of the river, in order to maintain high fishery productivity throughout the year. The results also indicate that participatory monitoring can help to overcome knowledge gaps and provide a database that is readily applicable to management needs at both local and regional scales. As Brazil is one few world's nations that no longer have national fishing monitoring program, participatory monitoring represents a low-cost solution for the credible and useful data on small-scale fisheries. It would thus appear to be extremely worthwhile to invest in the empowerment of communities in order to overcome the historic vulnerability of productive sector and the food security of the populations that depend on these fisheries.

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To prevent the spread of the COVID-19 contagion, some regions of Brazil implemented a prohibition of beach use, which contributed to a reduction of artisanal fishing activity. This study aimed to evaluate the influence of these beach closures on the incidence of abandoned, lost, or discarded fishing gear (ALDFG) along four beaches located on the northern coast of Pernambuco, Brazil. The absolute and relative frequency of occurrence and the number of observations per unit of effort (OPUE) between the periods before and after the prohibition period were analyzed. A total of 1935 fishing gear residues were found (63% before and 37% after prohibition). There was also a significant reduction in OPUE and in absolute frequency (p < 0.05) between these two periods. Although beach closures appear to have contributed to a reduction in the amount of ALDFG in the region, it does not indicate a complete pause in fishing activities.

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Fish local knowledge is important to recognize species and contribute to conservation and management strategies. Thus, our aim was to provide diagnostic information for the rapid identification of Mugilidae species in Caeté-Taperaçu Extractive Reserve in Bragança (PA) in northern Brazil. A total of 28 fishers were interviewed using semi-structured questionnaires. Most of the interviewees have lived in their resident village since birth and have been involved in artisanal fishers for at least 12 years. Eight generic folk taxa were identified, including 'tainha', which was the vernacular name most used to define the Mugil genus. Each scientific species had at least two folk generic taxa and one species. Mugil curema, M. rubrioculus, and M. trichodon were all included in the same ethnospecies, 'tainha chata'. Most of the scientific species were referred to at least once as the ethnospecies 'caica', this name was applied most often to Mugil brevirostris, which is the smallest species found in northern Brazil. The principal characteristics used by the fishers were morphological traits, however, some behavioral characteristics were also taken into account. These findings should contribute to the elaboration of ethnotaxonomic keys that facilitate the rapid identification of Mugil harvested by the region's artisanal and industrial fisheries.(AU)

O conhecimento local sobre peixes é importante para reconhecer espécies e contribui para estratégias de conservação e manejo. Nosso objetivo foi fornecer informações diagnósticas para a rápida identificação das espécies de Mugilidae da região da Reserva Extrativista Marinha Caeté Taperaçu (PA), Norte do Brasil. Um total de 28 pescadores foi entrevistado por meio de questionários semiestruturados. A maioria dos entrevistados vive na sua aldeia residente desde o nascimento e está envolvida na pesca artesanal há pelo menos 12 anos. Oito táxons populares genéricos foram identificados por esses pescadores, incluindo 'tainha', que era o nome vernacular mais usado para definir o gênero Mugil. Cada espécie científica tinha pelo menos dois táxons genéricos populares e uma espécie. Mugil curema, M. rubrioculus e M. trichodon foram todos incluídos na mesma etnoespécie, 'tainha chata'. A maioria das espécies científicas foi referida pelo menos uma vez como etnoespécie 'caica', este nome foi aplicado mais frequentemente a Mugil brevirostris, que é a menor espécie encontrada no Norte do Brasil. As principais características utilizadas pelos pescadores foram os traços morfológicos, porém, algumas características comportamentais também foram levadas em consideração. Esses achados devem contribuir para a elaboração de chaves etnotaxonômicas que facilitem a rápida identificação de Mugil capturadas pela pesca artesanal e industrial da região.(AU)

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The prawn (Cryphiops caementarius) is the only resource in the Peruvian coastal rivers that supports a commercial fishery. Bioeconomic-fishing aspects are reported based on data (fishing, costs and income derived from fishing) acquired in situ monthly in four altitudinal strata (every 200 meters above sea level - masl) of the Majes-Camaná river during 2019. The catch per unit of effort (CPUE) was expressed in kg h-¹, monthly income was estimated based on the average catch values, number of tasks and price of the resource. To evaluate the profitability of the activity of an average fisherman (by stratum), a cash flow based on income and expenses was executed under situations with a constant future, using economic profitability indicators such as the Net Present Value (NPV), Internal Rate of Return (IRR), Benefit-Cost ratio (B/C) and Discounted Payback Period (DPB). There was a predominance of the diving method, the catches (kg) and the fishing yield increased throughout the fishing period (April-December) with a maximum value of 4.8 kg h-¹ (December - high strata). Investment costs per fisherman were low, roughly 1,000 soles. The sale price increases with altitude, decreasing over the course of the year depending on the availability of the resource; the monthly income per fisherman varied from 964 soles (April - low stratum) to 6,760 soles (December - high stratum). The economic simulation model showed that the income exceeded the costs of the fishing activity from the first year of activity in all the altitudinal strata, the economic profitability indicators showed high profitability for the activity.(AU)

O camarão (Cryphiops caementarius) é o único recurso hidrobiológico dos rios da costa sul do Peru que sustenta uma importante pesca comercial. Os aspectos econômico-pesqueiros foram reportados a partir de dados (pesca, custos e receitas provenientes da pesca) adquiridos mensalmente in situ em quatro estratos altitudinais (a cada 200 m acima do nível do mar - mamsl) do rio Majes-Camaná - Arequipa durante 2019. A captura por unidade de esforço (CPUE) foi expressa em kg h-¹; a renda mensal foi estimada a partir dos valores médios de captura, número de operações e preço do recurso. Para avaliar a rentabilidade da atividade de um pescador médio (por estrato), foi executado um fluxo de caixa com base nas receitas e despesas em cenários futuros constantes, utilizando indicadores de rentabilidade econômica, como o valor presente líquido (VPL), taxa interna de retorno (TIR), relação custo-benefício (B/C) e período de reembolso descontado (PCR). Foi registado o predomínio do método de mergulho; as capturas (kg) e o rendimento pesqueiro aumentaram ao longo do período de pesca (abril-dezembro) com um valor máximo de 4,8 kg h-¹ (dezembro - estratos altos). Os custos de investimento por pescador foram baixos, aproximadamente 1.000 Novos sóis. O preço de venda aumentou com a altitude, reduzindo ao longo do ano dependendo da disponibilidade do recurso; a renda mensal por pescador variou de 964 Novos sóis (abril - estrato baixo) a 6.760 Novos sóis (dezembro - estrato alto). O modelo de simulação econômica mostrou que a receita superou os custos da atividade pesqueira desde o primeiro ano de atividade em todos os estratos altitudinais; os indicadores de rentabilidade econômica mostraram alta rentabilidade para a atividade.(AU)

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The prawn (Cryphiops caementarius) is the only resource in the Peruvian coastal rivers that supports a commercial fishery. Bioeconomic-fishing aspects are reported based on data (fishing, costs and income derived from fishing) acquired in situ monthly in four altitudinal strata (every 200 meters above sea level - masl) of the Majes-Camaná river during 2019. The catch per unit of effort (CPUE) was expressed in kg h-¹, monthly income was estimated based on the average catch values, number of tasks and price of the resource. To evaluate the profitability of the activity of an average fisherman (by stratum), a cash flow based on income and expenses was executed under situations with a constant future, using economic profitability indicators such as the Net Present Value (NPV), Internal Rate of Return (IRR), Benefit-Cost ratio (B/C) and Discounted Payback Period (DPB). There was a predominance of the diving method, the catches (kg) and the fishing yield increased throughout the fishing period (April-December) with a maximum value of 4.8 kg h-¹ (December - high strata). Investment costs per fisherman were low, roughly 1,000 soles. The sale price increases with altitude, decreasing over the course of the year depending on the availability of the resource; the monthly income per fisherman varied from 964 soles (April - low stratum) to 6,760 soles (December - high stratum). The economic simulation model showed that the income exceeded the costs of the fishing activity from the first year of activity in all the altitudinal strata, the economic profitability indicators showed high profitability for the activity.

O camarão (Cryphiops caementarius) é o único recurso hidrobiológico dos rios da costa sul do Peru que sustenta uma importante pesca comercial. Os aspectos econômico-pesqueiros foram reportados a partir de dados (pesca, custos e receitas provenientes da pesca) adquiridos mensalmente in situ em quatro estratos altitudinais (a cada 200 m acima do nível do mar - mamsl) do rio Majes-Camaná - Arequipa durante 2019. A captura por unidade de esforço (CPUE) foi expressa em kg h-¹; a renda mensal foi estimada a partir dos valores médios de captura, número de operações e preço do recurso. Para avaliar a rentabilidade da atividade de um pescador médio (por estrato), foi executado um fluxo de caixa com base nas receitas e despesas em cenários futuros constantes, utilizando indicadores de rentabilidade econômica, como o valor presente líquido (VPL), taxa interna de retorno (TIR), relação custo-benefício (B/C) e período de reembolso descontado (PCR). Foi registado o predomínio do método de mergulho; as capturas (kg) e o rendimento pesqueiro aumentaram ao longo do período de pesca (abril-dezembro) com um valor máximo de 4,8 kg h-¹ (dezembro - estratos altos). Os custos de investimento por pescador foram baixos, aproximadamente 1.000 Novos sóis. O preço de venda aumentou com a altitude, reduzindo ao longo do ano dependendo da disponibilidade do recurso; a renda mensal por pescador variou de 964 Novos sóis (abril - estrato baixo) a 6.760 Novos sóis (dezembro - estrato alto). O modelo de simulação econômica mostrou que a receita superou os custos da atividade pesqueira desde o primeiro ano de atividade em todos os estratos altitudinais; os indicadores de rentabilidade econômica mostraram alta rentabilidade para a atividade.

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Argonauta nouryi Lorois, 1852 is an octopod that inhabits the holopelagic zone, the objective of this study was to describe the occurrence of buoyant fibers adhering to the body and mantle cavity of A. nouryi females found in the stomach contents from Euthynnus lineatus (skipjack), Coryphaena hippurus (dolphinfish), and Istiophorus platypterus (sailfish). Stomach contents from 224 individuals were examined. All female evaluated presented fibers adhering to the mantle cavity; 92.6% of the fibers measured 0.25 to 5 mm in length and hyaline was the dominant color (72%). The amount of fibers in the fish stomach contents with A. nouryi was significantly greater than in stomachs without; this suggests that the fibers might be introduced via A. nouryi. Findings of this work could be related to the discharge of solid materials in the water column.

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La mortalidad por pesca ha sido pocas veces estudiada aislando el efecto causado por las capturas. En este estudio se analizó este aspecto usando como modelo biológico al camarón fantasma Callichirus major (Say, 1818), el cual es colectado intensamente en varias regiones de la costa de Brasil. Para ello, la densidad de las galerías y la demografía poblacional de C. major fue analizada en las playas de Gonzaga e Itararé, dos playas contiguas del Estado de São Paulo, Brasil. La playa de Gonzaga fue considerada como control debido a que desde 1992 una ley municipal impide las capturas de C. major, mientras que Itararé fue considerada como tratamiento ya que en este lugar este camarón es recolectado durante todo el año. Los resultados mostraron que la densidad de las galerías y el tamaño de las hembras fueron significativamente mayores en la playa de Gonzaga que en Itararé. En Itararé, la proporción sexual no mostró diferencias significativas de la relación 1:1, lo cual no se ajustó a lo observado en el área sin mortalidad por pesca y al patrón general reportado en otras especies de camarones fantasma del mundo en donde las hembras predominan sobre los machos. El potencial reproductivo fue significativamente menor en Itararé, como efecto del menor número de hembras presentes en esta área sometida a la pesca intensiva de camarones. De acuerdo con una estimativa inicial, un 71% de los individuos murieron por efecto de la pesca en Itararé. Esto hace inviable el sostenimiento ambiental de C. major en esta área dada la actual presión de extracción. La presencia de C. major en la playa de Itararé y probablemente en otras áreas próximas donde es capturada, estaría favorecida por el permanente suministro de larvas procedentes de la playa de Gonzaga, en Santos, que está protegida por ley y fiscalización municipal.(AU)

Studies on mortality due to fishing based on isolating the effect caused by catches are scarce. The present study analyzed this aspect using the ghost shrimp Callichirus major (Say, 1818) as a biological model, which is heavily harvested along the Brazilian coast. For that purpose, density of burrows and population structure of C. major was examined at two adjacent beaches, Gonzaga and Itararé, from the State of São Paulo, Brazil. Gonzaga beach was considered as control because since 1992 a municipal law prevents the capture of C. major, whereas Itararé as treatment since in this place the species is harvested throughout the year. Burrow density and female CL size were significantly higher in Gonzaga than that Itararé. Sex-ratio did not differ significantly from 1:1 in Itararé, differing from the observed in the area without fishing mortality and also to the general pattern reported in other species of ghost shrimps in which females outnumbered than males. Reproductive potential was significantly smaller in Itararé than Gonzaga, as result of the reduced number of females present in this area relative to Gonzaga. A preliminary estimation indicates that 71 % of shrimps in Itararé died as result of fishing. This information suggests non-viability of C. major in this area given the current pressure of fishing. Presence of C. major in the beach of Itararé and probably in other nearby areas where exploitation occurs would be favored by the permanent supply of larvae from Gonzaga beach where the species is protected by and municipal surveillance.(AU)

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La mortalidad por pesca ha sido pocas veces estudiada aislando el efecto causado por las capturas. En este estudio se analizó este aspecto usando como modelo biológico al camarón fantasma Callichirus major (Say, 1818), el cual es colectado intensamente en varias regiones de la costa de Brasil. Para ello, la densidad de las galerías y la demografía poblacional de C. major fue analizada en las playas de Gonzaga e Itararé, dos playas contiguas del Estado de São Paulo, Brasil. La playa de Gonzaga fue considerada como control debido a que desde 1992 una ley municipal impide las capturas de C. major, mientras que Itararé fue considerada como tratamiento ya que en este lugar este camarón es recolectado durante todo el año. Los resultados mostraron que la densidad de las galerías y el tamaño de las hembras fueron significativamente mayores en la playa de Gonzaga que en Itararé. En Itararé, la proporción sexual no mostró diferencias significativas de la relación 1:1, lo cual no se ajustó a lo observado en el área sin mortalidad por pesca y al patrón general reportado en otras especies de camarones fantasma del mundo en donde las hembras predominan sobre los machos. El potencial reproductivo fue significativamente menor en Itararé, como efecto del menor número de hembras presentes en esta área sometida a la pesca intensiva de camarones. De acuerdo con una estimativa inicial, un 71% de los individuos murieron por efecto de la pesca en Itararé. Esto hace inviable el sostenimiento ambiental de C. major en esta área dada la actual presión de extracción. La presencia de C. major en la playa de Itararé y probablemente en otras áreas próximas donde es capturada, estaría favorecida por el permanente suministro de larvas procedentes de la playa de Gonzaga, en Santos, que está protegida por ley y fiscalización municipal.

Studies on mortality due to fishing based on isolating the effect caused by catches are scarce. The present study analyzed this aspect using the ghost shrimp Callichirus major (Say, 1818) as a biological model, which is heavily harvested along the Brazilian coast. For that purpose, density of burrows and population structure of C. major was examined at two adjacent beaches, Gonzaga and Itararé, from the State of São Paulo, Brazil. Gonzaga beach was considered as control because since 1992 a municipal law prevents the capture of C. major, whereas Itararé as treatment since in this place the species is harvested throughout the year. Burrow density and female CL size were significantly higher in Gonzaga than that Itararé. Sex-ratio did not differ significantly from 1:1 in Itararé, differing from the observed in the area without fishing mortality and also to the general pattern reported in other species of ghost shrimps in which females outnumbered than males. Reproductive potential was significantly smaller in Itararé than Gonzaga, as result of the reduced number of females present in this area relative to Gonzaga. A preliminary estimation indicates that 71 % of shrimps in Itararé died as result of fishing. This information suggests non-viability of C. major in this area given the current pressure of fishing. Presence of C. major in the beach of Itararé and probably in other nearby areas where exploitation occurs would be favored by the permanent supply of larvae from Gonzaga beach where the species is protected by and municipal surveillance.

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RESUMEN La mortalidad por pesca ha sido pocas veces estudiada aislando el efecto causado por las capturas. En este estudio se analizó este aspecto usando como modelo biológico al camarón fantasma Callichirus major (Say, 1818), el cual es colectado intensamente en varias regiones de la costa de Brasil. Para ello, la densidad de las galerías y la demografía poblacional de C. major fue analizada en las playas de Gonzaga e Itararé, dos playas contiguas del Estado de São Paulo, Brasil. La playa de Gonzaga fue considerada como control debido a que desde 1992 una ley municipal impide las capturas de C. major, mientras que Itararé fue considerada como tratamiento ya que en este lugar este camarón es recolectado durante todo el año. Los resultados mostraron que la densidad de las galerías y el tamaño de las hembras fueron significativamente mayores en la playa de Gonzaga que en Itararé. En Itararé, la proporción sexual no mostró diferencias significativas de la relación 1:1, lo cual no se ajustó a lo observado en el área sin mortalidad por pesca y al patrón general reportado en otras especies de camarones fantasma del mundo en donde las hembras predominan sobre los machos. El potencial reproductivo fue significativamente menor en Itararé, como efecto del menor número de hembras presentes en esta área sometida a la pesca intensiva de camarones. De acuerdo con una estimativa inicial, un 71% de los individuos murieron por efecto de la pesca en Itararé. Esto hace inviable el sostenimiento ambiental de C. major en esta área dada la actual presión de extracción. La presencia de C. major en la playa de Itararé y probablemente en otras áreas próximas donde es capturada, estaría favorecida por el permanente suministro de larvas procedentes de la playa de Gonzaga, en Santos, que está protegida por ley y fiscalización municipal.

ABSTRACT Studies on mortality due to fishing based on isolating the effect caused by catches are scarce. The present study analyzed this aspect using the ghost shrimp Callichirus major (Say, 1818) as a biological model, which is heavily harvested along the Brazilian coast. For that purpose, density of burrows and population structure of C. major was examined at two adjacent beaches, Gonzaga and Itararé, from the State of São Paulo, Brazil. Gonzaga beach was considered as control because since 1992 a municipal law prevents the capture of C. major, whereas Itararé as treatment since in this place the species is harvested throughout the year. Burrow density and female CL size were significantly higher in Gonzaga than that Itararé. Sex-ratio did not differ significantly from 1:1 in Itararé, differing from the observed in the area without fishing mortality and also to the general pattern reported in other species of ghost shrimps in which females outnumbered than males. Reproductive potential was significantly smaller in Itararé than Gonzaga, as result of the reduced number of females present in this area relative to Gonzaga. A preliminary estimation indicates that 71 % of shrimps in Itararé died as result of fishing. This information suggests non-viability of C. major in this area given the current pressure of fishing. Presence of C. major in the beach of Itararé and probably in other nearby areas where exploitation occurs would be favored by the permanent supply of larvae from Gonzaga beach where the species is protected by and municipal surveillance.

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The aim of the present study was to measure the primary growth parameters and to estimate the mortality of the white grunt Haemulon plumierii in the state of Pernambuco, Brazil. Sagittal otoliths were collected monthly from May 2013 to April 2014 from three different commercial fishing landings along the coast of Pernambuco. A total of 333 individuals measuring 10.5 to 32.2 cm total length were caught. The total length distributions were different between locations. The weight-length relationships and the von Bertalanffy equations were statistically different between the three fishing sites. The weight-length relationship indicated negative allometric growth, therefore the von Bertalanffy equation for pooled sexes was TL(t) = 31.1[1-e(-0.1 (t +4.57))]. The maximum observed age was 21 years and the mortality rate was 0.21 year-1. The conducted analysis indicates a species with long life cycle and slow growth. Small reef fish with slow movement, such as the white grunt, are susceptible to fishing efforts, environmental factors and degradation, which affect growth and mortality. Therefore, we suggest an assessment of the status of the stock.(AU)

O objetivo do presente estudo foi estimar os primeiros parâmetros de crescimento e mortalidade de Biquara Haemulon plumierii no estado de Pernambuco, Brasil. Os otólitos sagittae foram coletados mensalmente de maio de 2013 a abril de 2014 a partir de desembarques da pesca comercial ao longo da costa de Pernambuco. O total de 333 indivíduos medindo 10,5 a 32,2 cm foram capturados. As distribuições de frequência de comprimento foram diferentes entre as áreas. Consequentemente, as relações peso-comprimento foram diferentes entre as áreas, bem como os parâmetros de von Bertalanffy. A relação peso-comprimento indicou crescimento alométrico negativo. Portanto, a equação de von Bertalanffy para sexos agrupados foi TL(t) = 31.1[1-e(-0.1 (t +4.57))]. A idade máxima observada foi 21 anos e a mortalidade total foi 0,21 ano-1. As análises conduzidas indicam uma espécie com ciclo de vida longa e crescimento lento. Pequenos peixes recifais de pouca movimentação, como a biquara, são susceptíveis ao esforço pesqueiro, fatores ambientais e degradação, que afetam o crescimento e a mortalidade. Portanto, sugerimos uma avaliação do status atual do estoque.(AU)

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The aim of the present study was to measure the primary growth parameters and to estimate the mortality of the white grunt Haemulon plumierii in the state of Pernambuco, Brazil. Sagittal otoliths were collected monthly from May 2013 to April 2014 from three different commercial fishing landings along the coast of Pernambuco. A total of 333 individuals measuring 10.5 to 32.2 cm total length were caught. The total length distributions were different between locations. The weight-length relationships and the von Bertalanffy equations were statistically different between the three fishing sites. The weight-length relationship indicated negative allometric growth, therefore the von Bertalanffy equation for pooled sexes was TL(t) = 31.1[1-e(-0.1 (t +4.57))]. The maximum observed age was 21 years and the mortality rate was 0.21 year-1. The conducted analysis indicates a species with long life cycle and slow growth. Small reef fish with slow movement, such as the white grunt, are susceptible to fishing efforts, environmental factors and degradation, which affect growth and mortality. Therefore, we suggest an assessment of the status of the stock.

O objetivo do presente estudo foi estimar os primeiros parâmetros de crescimento e mortalidade de Biquara Haemulon plumierii no estado de Pernambuco, Brasil. Os otólitos sagittae foram coletados mensalmente de maio de 2013 a abril de 2014 a partir de desembarques da pesca comercial ao longo da costa de Pernambuco. O total de 333 indivíduos medindo 10,5 a 32,2 cm foram capturados. As distribuições de frequência de comprimento foram diferentes entre as áreas. Consequentemente, as relações peso-comprimento foram diferentes entre as áreas, bem como os parâmetros de von Bertalanffy. A relação peso-comprimento indicou crescimento alométrico negativo. Portanto, a equação de von Bertalanffy para sexos agrupados foi TL(t) = 31.1[1-e(-0.1 (t +4.57))]. A idade máxima observada foi 21 anos e a mortalidade total foi 0,21 ano-1. As análises conduzidas indicam uma espécie com ciclo de vida longa e crescimento lento. Pequenos peixes recifais de pouca movimentação, como a biquara, são susceptíveis ao esforço pesqueiro, fatores ambientais e degradação, que afetam o crescimento e a mortalidade. Portanto, sugerimos uma avaliação do status atual do estoque.

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A dourada Brachyplatystoma rousseauxii (Castelnau,1855) é um recurso pesqueiro muito explotado na região Amazônica e que não possui nenhuma regulação atualmente. O presente trabalho tem como objetivo descrever a dinâmica da pesca da dourada no Baixo Amazonas, analisando os desembarques pesqueiros no município de Santarém-PA. No período de janeiro de 1993 a dezembro de 2003 foram registradas 14.428 viagens de pesca, totalizando uma produção de 3.413 toneladas de pescado. A captura da dourada é praticada, principalmente, nos canais dos rios, com barcos motorizados e equipados com urnas de gelos. A principal arte de pesca utilizada é a rede de emalhe, com destaque para a “bubuia”, rede de emalhe usada a meia água, colocada à deriva no canal do rio. A captura por unidade de esforço (CPUE) estimada para a pesca desembarcada pelos barcos pescadores atuando com “bubuia” foi de 13,80 kg/pescador*dia. O preço médio de primeira comercialização do quilo da dourada desembarcada variou de R$ 2,40 a R$ 6,20. A pesca da dourada (B. rousseauxii) apresenta um padrão sazonal associado ao ciclo hidrológico, no qual os meses de redução do nível do rio correspondem ao período de safra. Este estudo demonstra a importância desse recurso para a região e vem contribuir como subsídio para um futuro ordenamento pesqueiro e manejo da espécie, que hoje em dia não possui nenhuma regulamentação.

Gilded catfish Brachyplatystoma rousseauxii (Castelnau, 1855) is a heavily exploited Amazon Basin fishing resource without management measures till nowadays. Thus, present research aims to describe the fishing Gilded catfish dynamics in the Lower Amazon, analyzing Santarém-PA fish landings. A total of 14,428 fishing landings were recorded, from January 1993 to December 2003, with a total production of 3,413 tonnes. The gilded catfish caught mainly in the river channels by motorized vessels with ice storage. The main gear used are gillnets driftnet through ‘bubuia’ technique. The catch per unit effort was 13.80 Kg/fisher*day. The average price of first sale ranged from R$ 2.40 to R$ 6.20 per Kg. The fishing of gilded catfish (B. rousseauxii) presents a seasonal pattern associated with the hydrological cycle, where the reduction in the level of the river include the period of harvest. This research highlighted regional importance of this fishing resource in an era of increasing food security and human nutritional concerns, especially in developing countries.

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A dourada Brachyplatystoma rousseauxii (Castelnau,1855) é um recurso pesqueiro muito explotado na região Amazônica e que não possui nenhuma regulação atualmente. O presente trabalho tem como objetivo descrever a dinâmica da pesca da dourada no Baixo Amazonas, analisando os desembarques pesqueiros no município de Santarém-PA. No período de janeiro de 1993 a dezembro de 2003 foram registradas 14.428 viagens de pesca, totalizando uma produção de 3.413 toneladas de pescado. A captura da dourada é praticada, principalmente, nos canais dos rios, com barcos motorizados e equipados com urnas de gelos. A principal arte de pesca utilizada é a rede de emalhe, com destaque para a “bubuia”, rede de emalhe usada a meia água, colocada à deriva no canal do rio. A captura por unidade de esforço (CPUE) estimada para a pesca desembarcada pelos barcos pescadores atuando com “bubuia” foi de 13,80 kg/pescador*dia. O preço médio de primeira comercialização do quilo da dourada desembarcada variou de R$ 2,40 a R$ 6,20. A pesca da dourada (B. rousseauxii) apresenta um padrão sazonal associado ao ciclo hidrológico, no qual os meses de redução do nível do rio correspondem ao período de safra. Este estudo demonstra a importância desse recurso para a região e vem contribuir como subsídio para um futuro ordenamento pesqueiro e manejo da espécie, que hoje em dia não possui nenhuma regulamentação.(AU)

Gilded catfish Brachyplatystoma rousseauxii (Castelnau, 1855) is a heavily exploited Amazon Basin fishing resource without management measures till nowadays. Thus, present research aims to describe the fishing Gilded catfish dynamics in the Lower Amazon, analyzing Santarém-PA fish landings. A total of 14,428 fishing landings were recorded, from January 1993 to December 2003, with a total production of 3,413 tonnes. The gilded catfish caught mainly in the river channels by motorized vessels with ice storage. The main gear used are gillnets driftnet through ‘bubuia technique. The catch per unit effort was 13.80 Kg/fisher*day. The average price of first sale ranged from R$ 2.40 to R$ 6.20 per Kg. The fishing of gilded catfish (B. rousseauxii) presents a seasonal pattern associated with the hydrological cycle, where the reduction in the level of the river include the period of harvest. This research highlighted regional importance of this fishing resource in an era of increasing food security and human nutritional concerns, especially in developing countries.(AU)

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The maturity and reproduction of the Atlantic angel shark Squatina dumeril were assessed using 77 females (29·2-110·4 cm total length; LT ) and 269 males (58·7-108·2 cm LT ) harvested by artisanal gillnetters off Venezuela. The biased sex ratio implied segregation or sex-specific gear selectivity. Based on the development of the reproductive tract, 50% LT at sexual maturity (LT50 , mean ± s.e.) for females and males were estimated at 86·14 ± 0·64 and 81·55 ± 0·12 cm, respectively. Uterine fecundity ranged between one and six and with a maximum embryo size of 25·7 cm LT . Gravid females were observed from August to December, including those close to parturition and while the gestation period was not confirmed, the size of ovarian follicles among some specimens implied protraction. The low fecundity of the species supports close monitoring of catches.

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Diversos estudios internacionales indican que los pescadores sufren diferentes problemas de salud, entre los cuales son frecuentes las enfermedades cardiovasculares, accidentes laborales, heridas, ahogamientos, estrés laboral y problemas de salud mental. Objetivo: Con el estudio se pretendió identificar el nivel de bienestar sicológico y sedentarismo de pescadores artesanales de la Región de Los Lagos, Chile. Método: Se realizó un estudio cuantitativo que consistió en la aplicación de la escala de bienestar sicológico de Ryff y la versión breve del cuestionario de actividad física IPAQ a 41 pescadores artesanales con una media de edad de 53,22 años (DT= 9,06 años). Resultados: Los resultados indican que un 68,3 % de pescadores son sedentarios, mientras que en las dimensiones del bienestar sicológico un 22 % muestra un alto nivel de crecimiento personal, seguido de un 14,7 % que presenta un alto nivel de dominio del entorno. No obstante, un alto porcentaje de los pescadores, 34,1 %, se encuentra en un nivel bajo de crecimiento personal, seguido de un 31,7 % con bajo nivel de autonomía y un 26,8 % con bajo nivel de relaciones positivas. Conclusiones: Los datos indican la necesidad de generar acciones preventivas de promoción y tratamiento oportuno de las patologías de salud mental para evitar que se conviertan en causas directas o indirectas de fallecimiento de los trabajadores.

Diverse international studies show that artisanal fishermen suffer from different health issues, among which cardiovascular diseases, occupational accidents, injuries, drowning, work-related stress and mental health problems are the most frequent. Objective: the aim of the study was to identify the psychological well-being and sedentary lifestyle levels in artisanal fishermen from Los Lagos Region, Chile. Method: this was quantitative study consisting in applying Ryff's Psychological Well-being Scale and the short form of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) to 41 artisanal fishermen, whose mean age was 53.22 years (SD = 9.06 years). Results: the results reveal that 68.3 % of the fishermen have a sedentary lifestyle, while in the psychological well-being dimensions 22 % of them show a high level of personal development, followed by 14.7 % who have a high level of the control of the environment. Nevertheless, there is a considerable percentage of fishermen, 34.1 %, who have a low level od personal development, followed by 31.7 % with a low level of autonomy and 26.8 % with a low level of positive relationships. Conclusions: the data reveals a need to generate preventive healthcare measures and its promotion, and ensure an opportune treatment of mental pathologies in order to avoid that those become a direct or indirect cause for the demise of workers.

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Potential interactions between marine predators and humans arise in the southern coast of Chile where predator feeding and reproduction sites overlap with fisheries and aquaculture. Here, we assess the potential effects of intensive salmon aquaculture on food habits, growth, and reproduction of a common predator, the spiny dogfish-identified as Squalus acanthias via genetic barcoding. A total of 102 (89 females and 13 males) individuals were collected during winter and summer of 2013-2014 from the Chiloé Sea where salmon aquaculture activities are concentrated. The low frequency of males in our study suggests spatial segregation of sex, while immature and mature females spatially overlapped in both seasons. Female spiny dogfish showed a functional specialist behavior as indicated by the small number of prey items and the relative high importance of the austral hake and salmon pellets in the diet. Immature sharks fed more on pellets and anchovies than the larger hake-preferring mature females. Our results also indicate that spiny dogfish switch prey (anchovy to hake) to take advantage of seasonal changes in prey availability. Despite differences in the trophic patterns of S. acanthias due to the spatial association with intensive salmon farming, in this region, there appears to be no difference in fecundity or size at maturity compared to other populations. Although no demographic effects were detected, we suggest that a range of additional factors should be considered before concluding that intensive aquaculture does not have any impact on these marine predators.

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The Patos Lagoon basin is a large (201 626 km(2) ) and complex drainage system in southern Brazil. The lagoon is 250 km long and 60 km wide, covering an area of 10 360 km(2) . The exchange of water with the Atlantic Ocean occurs through a 0·8 km wide and 15 m deep inlet, fixed by 4 km long jetties, at the southernmost part of the Patos Lagoon. The estuarine area is restricted to its southern portion (10%), although the upper limit of saline waters migrates seasonally and year to year, influenced by the wind regime and river discharge. The known number of recorded limnetic fish species is 200, but this number is expected to increase. A higher endemism is observed in fish species occurring in upper tributaries. The basin suffers from the direct impact of almost 7 million inhabitants, concentrated in small to large cities, most with untreated domestic effluents. There are at least 16 non-native species recorded in natural habitats of the Patos Lagoon basin, about half of these being from other South American river basins. Concerning the fishery, although sport and commercial fisheries are widespread throughout the Patos Lagoon basin, the lagoon itself and the estuarine area are the main fishing areas. Landing statistics are not available on a regular basis or for the whole basin. The fishery in the northern Patos Lagoon captures 31 different species, nine of which are responsible for most of the commercial catches, but only three species are actually sustaining the artisanal fishery: the viola Loricariichthys anus: 455 kg per 10 000 m(2) gillnet per day, the mullet Mugil liza: 123 kg per 10 000 m(2) gillnet per day and the marine catfish Genidens barbus: 50 kg per 10 000 m(2) gillnet per day. A decline of the fish stocks can be attributed to inadequate fishery surveillance, which leads to overfishing and mortality of juveniles, or to decreasing water quality because of urban and industrial activities and power production. Global climatic changes also represent a major threat to the Patos system by changing the frequency of El Niño-La Niña-Southern Oscillation (ENSO).

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Resumen En Golfo Dulce, Costa Rica, se han reportado capturas incidentales de S. lewini por pescadores artesanales. Debido a esto, este estudio tiene como objetivo caracterizar las capturas del tiburón martillo en Golfo Dulce, y recomendar pautas de manejo. Entre mayo 2010 y mayo 2011 se recopiló información biológica-pesquera de tiburones capturados durante faenas artesanales en Golfo Dulce. Se estimó la captura por unidad de esfuerzo a lo largo del año. Se analizaron un total de 315 tiburones, todos juveniles, con una longitud total media de 74.3±17.4cm. Las longitudes totales y la abundancia relativa tuvieron tendencias opuestas: en julio-agosto cuando las longitudes totales medias fueron menores, las capturas por unidad de esfuerzo fueron mayores. Debido a esto, se recomienda implementar vedas temporales durante el periodo de nacimiento de las crías de tiburón martillo (junio-agosto) en sitios donde se reportaron las mayores capturas.

Abstract Incidental catch of S. lewini by artisanal fishermen in Golfo Dulce, Costa Rica, suggest that this could be one of the coastal locations used by the species. This study aims to characterize the scalloped hammerhead shark population in Golfo Dulce, in order to best guide management actions for the conservation and sustainable use of the species. Fisheries-dependent biological data (size-TL, sex, reproductive status) were gathered for S. lewini between May 2010 and May 2011 in the communities of Puerto Jimenez and Pavones, Golfo Dulce during artisanal fishing trips. Catch per unit effort (CPUE) throughout the year was also estimated from catch data. We sampled a total of 315 sharks. Mean total length was estimated at 74.3±17.4cm. Both pups and juveniles were reported, which presented a male: female ratio of 1:1.2 (p>0.05). Total length and relative abundance of S. lewini had opposite tendencies, with the smallest TL (64cm) recorded during July-August, when CPUE was highest. (0.0075). Temporary closures from June to August are therefore recommended at areas of highest reported catch (Pique Fijo, Los Bajos y La Ciénaga), in order to protect newly born S. lewini, and promote the sustainability of the species in the ETPS Closures should be complemented with a long-term study that can further clarify whether Golfo Dulce is a nursery area for S. lewini. Rev. Biol. Trop. 63 (Suppl. 1): 307-317. Epub 2015 April 01.

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Artisanal diving fisheries are a source of income, employment and food security of coastal areas in many countries. Understanding the dynamics of these fisheries, including the spatial and temporal dynamics of fishing effort, gears and species can help to address the challenges involved in fisheries management. We aimed to analyze the differences in fishing strategies under- taken by fishers that use two different diving methods (hookah and free diving), the conditions and their potential impacts on catches when adjustments to those strategies are applied over time. For this, detailed information of fishing operations from artisanal boats in the North Pacific coast of Costa Rica was analyzed in two fishing seasons (2007-2008 and 2011-2012). Data were collected by onboard observers (fishing site, fishing time, species composition, depth and visibility). Additionally, interviews with divers were applied to obtain information of price per species, species volume and fishing operations. From the total number of trips during both seasons, hookah diving was represented by a sample size of 69.3%, while free diving, with a sample of 41.9%. More than 15 species were identified in each fishing season. Nevertheless, three categories had substantial contributions in both seasons with differences in the proportions for each case: green lobster (Panulirus gracilis), octopus (Octopus sp.) and parrotfish (Scarus perrico and S. ghobban). It is worth noting that an important proportion of catch was retained by fishers for personal consumption purposes, including species of high commercial value. Additional night diving activity, increased the number of dives from one season to another. Besides, cooperation processes in free diving fishing operations, and changes in fishing effort between seasons, defined important changes in fishing strategies. Potential causes of changes in fishing strategies and the implications for manage- ment to ensure the sustainability of these fisheries in the long term are discussed.

Las pesquerías artesanales asociadas a métodos de buceo son fuente de ingreso, empleo y seguridad alimentaria de zonas costeras en muchos países. Los altos precios y la poca movilidad de especies bénticas capturadas por buceo enfrentan retos cada vez mayores en su aprovechamiento y manejo, esto demanda un entendimiento integral de estas pesquerías en diferentes contextos, incluyendo la dinámica espacial y temporal del esfuerzo pesquero, las artes y las especies. En el presente estudio se busca elucidar si existen diferencias en las estrategias de pesca desarrolla- das por pescadores que emplean buceo en dos modalidades (hookah y buceo libre). También se busca conocer si se desarrollan adaptaciones de estas estrategias en el tiempo, bajo qué condiciones y el posible efecto de las estrategias sobre las capturas. Para ese fin se analizó información detallada de las operaciones de pesca de embarcaciones artesanales que operan en la costa del océano Pacífico de Costa Rica durante dos temporadas de pesca. Se analizó información obtenida a bordo de embarcaciones como: sitio de pesca, composición de especies, tiempo de pesca, número de inmersiones por viaje, entre otros; y se aplicaron entrevistas a buzos al momento de las descargas para obtener información de precios, el volumen de las especies capturadas y forma de operación de los pescadores. Para el buceo con hookah se obtuvo una muestra del 69.3% del total de viajes en las dos temporadas de pesca y en el caso del buceo libre se obtuvo una muestra del 41.9% del total de viajes en las dos temporadas de pesca estudiadas (2007-2008 y 2011-2012). Se identificaron más de 15 especies en cada temporada de pesca, dominaron tres categorías en ambas temporadas pero con diferencias en las proporciones obtenidas en cada caso: langosta (Panulirus gracilis), pulpo (Octopus sp) y pez loro (Scarus perrico y S. Ghobban). Resalta un componente importante de captura retenida por los pescadores para consumo personal, incluyendo especies de alto valor comercial. Se identificaron cambios en las estrategias de pesca asociadas a cambios en las capturas y cambios en la asignación espacial del esfuerzo pesquero de una temporada de pesca a otra, definidas por la adición de buceo nocturno, aumento en el número de inmersiones de una temporada a otra y procesos de cooperación en las faenas de pesca de buzos que usan buceo libre. Se discute las potenciales causas de los cambios en las estrategias de pesca observadas y se derivan implicaciones para el manejo que permiten la sostenibilidad de estas pesquerías a largo plazo.

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The aims of the present study was to describe the production of the sea-bob shrimp, Xiphopenaeus kroyeri (Heller, 1862), and the socio-economic profile of the fishermen from Atafona fishing harbour (2137S, 4100W), in northern Rio de Janeiro state. Data were collected monthly between August 2010 and July 2012 from the bottom trawl fleet that operates in the region. The monthly catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) ranged from 5.9 to 19.1 kg h-1, the total estimated production ranged from 8.3 to 95.1 t month-1 and the ratio between the target species and by catch (fish and brachyuran crustaceans, mainly) ranged from 0.6:1.0 and 2.7:1.0. The socio-economic survey indicated that this fishing activity is performed by male professionals between 23 and 76 years, and 57% of them have incomplete Elementary Education level. The average monthly income was R$ 1,160.00. Most fishermen (97%) have documentation for professional activity. Among the issues reported by local fishermen, the most important was the siltation of the Paraíba do Sul River, which hinders the navigation from landing port to fishing grounds.The main demand of the local fishermen was a cooperative to sale the fishery production and/or an increase in the sale competition. Thus, instruction and training of fishermen to organize cooperatives and incentive for by catch economic use are measures that can enhance the economic returns from this fishing activity.

O objetivo do presente estudo foi descrever os aspectos relacionados à produção pesqueira do camarão sete-barbas, Xiphopenaeus kroyeri (Heller, 1862), e o perfil socioeconômico dos pescadores que realizam essa atividade no porto de Atafona (2137S; 4100W), costa norte do estado do Rio de Janeiro. Os dados foram obtidos mensalmente entre agosto de 2010 e julho de 2012 a partir da frota que opera com rede de arrasto de fundo na região. A captura por unidade de esforço (CPUE) mensal variou de 5,9 a 19,1 kg h-1, a produção total estimada variou de 8,3 a 95,1 t mês-1 e a proporção entre a espécie alvo e a captura acessória (peixes e crustáceos braquiúros, principalmente) variou entre 0,6:1,0 e 2,7:1,0. O levantamento socioeconômico indicou que essa pescaria é realizada por profissionais do sexo masculino, com idade entre 23 e 76 anos, e que 57% possuem Ensino Elementar incompleto. A renda mensal média foi de R$ 1.160,00. A maior parte dos pescadores (97%) possui documentação para o exercício profissional da atividade. Dentre os problemas relatados para a pesca local destacou-se o assoreamento do rio Paraíba do Sul, que dificulta a navegação entre o porto e os campos de pesca. A principal reivindicação dos pescadores locais foi a implantação de uma cooperativa e/ou aumento da concorrência para venda do pescado.Dessa forma, a instrução e o treinamento dos pescadores para organização de cooperativas e oincentivo para aproveitamento econômico da captura acessória são medidas que podem ampliar oretorno econômico dessa atividade pesqueira.

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