Review and evaluation of three mitigation measures-bird-scaring line, underwater setting and line shooter-to reduce seabird bycatch in the north Atlantic longline fishery

Authors
Lokkeborg, S.
Year
Journal/Publisher Name
Fisheries Research
Volume (Issue #)
60/1
Page #s
11-16
Contact information
Svein Lokkeborg,
Institute of Marine Research,
Fish Capture Division,
PO Box 1870 Nordnes,
N-5817
Bergen, Norway
svein.lookeborg@imr.no
Summary
Bird-scaring lines, underwater setting and line shooters all reduced the incidental capture of seabirds, with bird-scaring lines being the most effective. These mitigation measures also reduced bait loss and increased the catch rates of target species.