New study reveals key insights on bycatch species in the artisanal white shrimp fishery in Marismas Nacionales, Nayarit
In collaboration with the Ignlogar and Llano del Tigre cooperatives, the National School of Fisheries Engineering, and researchers from the Interdisciplinary Center for Marine Sciences (CICIMAR-IPN), we conducted a study to learn more about the fish species caught as bycatch in the artisanal white shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) fishery within the Marismas Nacionales Biosphere Reserve, Nayarit.
A total of 12 fish species were recorded, some of which have commercial importance, such as constantino, mullet, and mojarra. The analysis provides valuable information to estimate bycatch biomass, assess ecological impacts, and strengthen the ecosystem-based management of the fishery.
This work represents an important step for the Fishery Improvement Project “Marismas Nacionales artisanal whiteleg shrimp - trap/cast-nets” in integrating scientific knowledge with local fisheries governance processes. Also reinforces the Value RescueModel approach, which aims to improve product quality, reduce impacts, and empower fishing communities.
📄 To learn more, read the full article at: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1155/jai/8823109?msockid=2670708137266b3a13a7635336456ae5