Evaluation of seal harassment techniques to protect gill netted salmon

Oregon

Article:

Evaluation of seal harassment techniques to protect gill netted salmon.

Target catch:

Salmon

Study Type:

Field study in the wild

Effect on target catch:

Preliminary results indicate fewer damaged salmon

Effect on bycatch species:

Seals habituated to AHDs

Bycatch species:

Pinnipeds

Fishing Gear:

Gillnets

Reduction technique:

Acoustic deterrent devices