‘Portfolio’ of marine reserves enhances fish populations

The study species is coral groupers (Plectropomus spp.), which are a valuable fisheries species throughout the Indo-Pacific region. The total annual harvest on the Great Barrier Reef averages 983 metric tons. The majority of fish are exported live to foreign markets. Credit - Tane Sinclair Taylor.
October 1, 2020
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Scientists say a ‘portfolio’ of protected areas within marine parks such as the Great Barrier Reef can help secure sustainable fish populations. Dr Hugo Harrison from the ARC Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies at James Cook University (Coral CoE at JCU) led a study on the effects of marine reserves, or no-take zones, on fish populations.

Original Article

marine reserves
fish populations
marine research
protected areas
great barrier reef