The Novel Application of Non-Lethal Citizen Science Tissue Sampling in Recreational Fisheries.

ABSTRACT: Increasing fishing pressure and uncertainty surrounding recreational fishing catch and effort data promoted the development of alternative methods for conducting fisheries research. A pilot investigation was undertaken to engage the Australian game fishing community and promote the non-lethal collection of tissue samples from the black marlin Istiompax indica, a valuable recreational-only species in Australian waters, for the purpose of future genetic research. Recruitment of recreational anglers was achieved by publicizing the project in magazines, local newspapers, social media, blogs, websites and direct communication workshops at game fishing tournaments. The Game Fishing Association of Australia and the Queensland Game Fishing Association were also engaged to advertise the project and

SUBMITTER: Williams SM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4572710 | biostudies-literature | 2015

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature