Location
Black Sea
Target catch
turbot (Scophthalmus spp)
Study Type
Field study in the wild
Effect on target catch
not measured
Effect on bycatch species
Bycatch rates showed seasonal variation with marked increase in summer, compared to spring. Total annual bycatch of harbour seals in Black Sea estimated to be between 11,826 and 16 200 individuals.
Bycatch species
Fishing Gear