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Resolution on scientific observers for longline vessels (C-11-08).

Country/Territory
Document type
Regulation
Date
2011
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Marine fisheries Fishery management and conservation Marine fishes Cartilaginous fishes Data collection/reporting Monitoring Research
Abstract

This Resolution of the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission (IATTC), requires each Member and cooperating non-Member (CPCs) to ensure that obligations regarding presence on board of its longline fishing vessels larger than 20 metres length overall of scientific observers are fulfilled. Each CPC shall endeavor to ensure that observer coverage will be representative of the activities of its fleet. The main task of the scientific observers shall be to record any available biological information, the catches of targeted fish species, species composition and any available biological information as well as any interactions with non-target species such as sea turtles, seabirds and sharks. The Resolution also concerns reporting by scientific observers.

Full text
English
Website
www.iattc.org