On the use of visual survey methods for estimating reef fish standing stocks
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The use of visual surveys as a means of estimating fish standing stocks is discussed with respect to reef fish. Difficulties associated with this technique are noted. Visual survey methods are relatively cheap, non-destructive, unselective and easily replicated, thus being ideally suited to the needs of many developing countries, where reeffisheries represent an important resource.
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ICLARM Fishbyte 6 (1): 14-15