Reducing seabird bycatch in longline fisheries by means of bird-scaring lines and underwater setting

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Citation: Lokkeborg, S., 2001. Reducing seabird bycatch in longline fisheries by means of bird-scaring lines and underwater setting. In Edward F. Melvin and Julia K. Parrish, eds. Seabid Bycatch: Trends, Roadblocks and Solutions., ps 33-41.
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Summary:

Bird-scaring lines and an underwater setting funnel reduced seabird bycatch in longlines off the coast of Norway. Catch of haddock (Melanogrammus aeglefinus), torsk (Brosme brosme), and ling (Molva molva) increased with use of the underwater setting funnel.
Field Studies:
Location Fishing gear Reduction technique Bycatch species Effect on bycatch species Catch Effect on target catch Type
Norway Hooks-and-Lines Sub-surface sets Seabirds Reduced bycatch Multiple species Increased catch In the wild
Norway Hooks-and-Lines Bird-scaring devices Seabirds Reduced bycatch Multiple species Increased catch In the wild