Reduction of seal-induced catch and gear damage by modification of trap-net design: Design principles for a seal-safe trap-net

Operational interaction between South American sea lions Otaria flavescens and artisanal (small-scale) fishing in Chile: Results from interview surveys and on-board observations

“…Factors such as netting materials, regulation of mesh size, net strengths, the tensioning of nets and attending gear are all factors which could reduce the damage to marine fish farming and commercial fishing (Lunneryd et al, 2003;Suuronen et al, 2006). According to the fishermen experience, one of the most effective methods of reducing predation is to stay near their gear.…”

Size selection of herring (Clupea harengus membras) in a pontoon trap equipped with a rigid grid

“…A fish trap using this type of chamber, which is raised to the surface for emptying using compressed air, is referred to as a pontoon trap (Hemmingsson et al, 2008) or push-up trap (Suuronen et al, 2006). (For a detailed description, see Suuronen et al, 2006;Hemmingsson et al, 2008).…”

Survival of Atlantic salmon captured in and released from a commercial trap-net: Potential for selective harvesting of stocked salmon

“…First of all, fish should be caught undamaged; therefore, traps should be constructed of netting that completely prevents the meshing of fish. Trapped salmon should be also protected from seals by appropriate construction (see Lunneryd et al, 2003;Lehtonen and Suuronen, 2004;Kauppinen et al, 2005;Suuronen et al, 2006). Fishermen should be able to easily identify wild and stocked fish by a clear external mark, e.g.…”