Fishing Independent Monitoring by Community: Enhancing Sustainable Fisheries Management

Abstract

Catch monitoring involves collecting data on site location, habitat types, key species, land use, seasonality, and climate change impacts. It assesses livelihoods, governance, co-management, organization, capacity, resources, and logistics. Fishery management examines the primary fishery’s status, actions, and community perceptions. Quarterly monitoring includes setting criteria for sites, gear, fishing frequency, site validation, sampling, and data analysis. Data on fish species, diversity, and habitats is collected to improve management. Trends and changes in fish species, influenced by community actions or environmental factors, are evaluated using traditional and modern methods. Capacity building empowers communities to manage fisheries sustainably with NGO collaboration.