Investigating Longline Turtle Bycatch
Geographical location:
Asia/Pacific > Southeast Asia > Philippines
Summary
The longline fishing industry targets the tuna fishery which contributes to the annual tuna production in the Philippines. Using lines extending to 20 kilometers and hooks to catch tuna, the fishery is reported to cause turtle mortalities through bycatch. However, data on the extent and severity of bycatch mortalities remains sparse. The project will investigate turtle bycatch through the use of longline gears and test turtle friendly alternatives such as circle hooks.
Objectives
- Invesigate longline turtle bycatch in the Philippines.
- Assess conservation priorities and opportunities.
- Approach and recruit priority fleets and build partnerships.
- Plan to test improvements to longline fishing gears, especially circle hooks.
Project data
Started:
1, Mar 2005
Planned end date:
30, Jun 2008
Executant:
Joel Palma
Managing Office:
WWF Philippines
Address:
WWF Philippines / 4th Floor JBD Plaza #65 Mindanao Avenue Bagong Pag-asa Quezon City 1105 Philippines / Philippines /
+6 32 9207923 Status:
active
Modified:
7, May 2008
Published:
8, May 2008
