Interjurisdictional Fisheries


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Fishery Profile of Red Drum
This document summarizes current available scientific Information [-1984] on the red drum (Sciaenops ocellatus) stocks and fishery In the Gulf of Mexico. In describing the stocks information is provided on taxonomic identity, morphology, recruitment, distribution, reproduction, age and growth, lengthweight relationships, mortality rates, ecological relations and stock assessment indices. The habitat is described with emphasis on habitat areas of particular concern and habitat protection programs. The state and federal management institutions are described with emphasis on laws, regulations and policles. The commercial and recreational fishery is described with emphasis on the catch and landings, fishing and landing areas, vessels and gear and employment generated. Conflicts between user groups are described. Economic characteristics of the commercial and recreational fisheries are described as is the market structure of the commercial fishery. Some sociological information on the participants is presented. Additional data needed for management are listed.
Gulf Menhaden Fact Sheet
Proceedings: Conflicts in the Gulf of Mexico Blue Crab Fishery - A Symposium
A Partial Bibliography of Oyster Cultch Materials and Resource Management Projects
A Comprehensive Summary of the Shrimp Fishery of the Gulf of Mexico United States: A Regional Management Plan
The Shrimp Fishery of the Gulf of Mexico United States: A Regional Management Plan
The Menhaden Fishery of the Gulf of Mexico United States: A Regional Management Plan

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