Understanding the stock structure of Rock Flathead and the role of movement dynamics in influencing the performance of the Corner Inlet fishery

Funding Activity

Website
https://www.frdc.com.au/project/2020-003

Funding Status
Active

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Funded Activity Summary

Rock Flathead supports commercial mesh-net fisheries in Corner Inlet; however, CPUE for this fishery has shown a declining trend since 2005, while remaining above the management reference point. The stock structure of rock Ffathead in Victorian waters is largely unknown, presenting uncertainty for fishers and managers when assessing the future of the fishery and ensuring the sustainability of the stock.




Objectives:
1. Determine the population structure of rock flathead in south-eastern Australia, with emphasis on understanding how the Corner Inlet population relates to other populations
2. Characterise the movement and residency patterns of rock flathead in Corner Inlet

Funded Activity Details

Start Date: 30-05-2020

End Date: 30-09-2022

Funding Scheme: Funding Scheme not available

Funding Amount: $161,550.00

Funder: Fisheries Research and Development Corporation

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Other Keywords

Fisheries Management | Fishing Gear | Migration | RAC VIC | Stock Assessment | Sustainability

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