Conservation Of Fishery Resources Research Articles

Japanese contributions on consumer ecology in eelgrass ( Zostera marina L.) beds, with special reference to trophic relationships and resources in inshore fisheries

Ecological studies on the animal communities in eelgrass beds in Japan are briefly reviewed Fish fauna and macro-invertebrate fauna in eelgrass beds have been studied in various localities of Japan. A comparison of fish fauna and mobile epiphytic invertebrate fauna of the various localities indicated a very high similarity between them. Fishes and decapod crustaceans have been classified into several categories according to their residence period in the eelgrass beds. Most of the permanent residents are small in size and have no importance for fisheries, however, the seasonal residents include the juvenile and young subadult stages of some commercial fishes. Trophic relations in eelgrass communities have been examined and seasonal modifications of food-chain relationships described. A faunal change of both fishes and epiphytic invertebrates accompanying the decline of the eelgrass beds has been shown, and the significance of eelgrass beds for conservation of inshore fishery resources has been discussed.

Management of Sport Fishing in National Parks

Abstract The National Park Service, entrusted with the perpetuation of natural aquatic conditions in areas it administers, manages recreational fishing so as to create minimum disturbances to these resources. In national parks and monuments angling cannot be managed independently of other park uses and features of significance. The objectives of the conservation of park fishery resources differ in some respects from those which govern programs in waters located outside park areas. The policy and program for the management of sport fishing are outlined.

AMERICAN FISHERIES SOCIETY

The Montana Chapter of the American Fisheries Society (MCAFS) appreciates this opportunity to offer our support for the appropriation request submitted to you for the development of the Center for Aquatic Nuisance Species (CANS) in Livingston, Montana. The American Fisheries Society (AFS), founded in 1870 is the oldest and largest professional society representing fisheries scientists. The mission of AFS is to improve the conservation and sustainability of fishery resources and aquatic ecosystems by advancing fisheries and aquatic science and promoting the development of fisheries professionals. The Montana Chapter, founded in 1967, is comprised of approximately 300 fisheries professionals representing state and federal agencies, tribal governments, universities, and the private sector.