COVID-19 restrictions and recreational fisheries in Ontario, Canada: Preliminary insights from an online angler survey.

ABSTRACT: The COVID-19 pandemic and corresponding public health mitigation strategies have altered many facets of human life. And yet, little is known about how public health measures have impacted complex socio-ecological systems such as recreational fisheries. Using an online snowball survey, we targeted resident anglers in Ontario, Canada, to obtain preliminary insights on how the pandemic has impacted recreational fishing and related activity. We also explored angler perspectives on pandemic-related restrictions and other aspects of fisheries management. Our results point to the value of recreational fisheries for the mental and physical well-being of participants, as well as the value and popularity of outdoor recreation during a pandemic. Although angling effort and fish consumption appeared t

SUBMITTER: Howarth A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9754797 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature