Comparison of bycatch species captured during daytime and nighttime: preliminary results of longline experiments carried out in the Seychelles waters

Location
Seychelles
Article
Comparison of bycatch species captured during daytime and nighttime: preliminary results of longline experiments carried out in the Seychelles waters
Target catch
swordfish and tuna
Study Type
Summary study
Effect on target catch
Differences in the species composition, quantity and depth of capture for bycatch species
Effect on bycatch species
All marketable species were caught in the 150 m layer during day and night sets.
Bycatch species
Bony Fishes
Sharks
Fishing Gear
Hooks-and-Lines