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Management and Monitoring of Recreational Fisheries
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Management and Monitoring of Recreational Fisheries

A special issue of Fishes (ISSN 2410-3888). This special issue belongs to the section "Fishery Economics, Policy, and Management".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2024 | Viewed by 2234

Special Issue Editors

Prof. Dr. Tzong-Der Tzeng

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1. Department of Hospitality and Baking Management, Shu-Te University, Kaohsiung 82445, Taiwan
2. College of Liberal Education, Shu-Te University, Kaohsiung 82445, Taiwan
Interests: recreational fisheries; regional revitalization of fishing villages; fishery resources; crustacean fishery resources
Prof. Dr. Ta-Jen Chu

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Fisheries College, Jimei University, Xiamen 361021, China
Interests: recreational fisheries; ecology; restoration; fishery management
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Dr. Chun-Han Shih

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Department of Leisure & Tourism Management, Shu-Te University, Kaohsiung 82445, Taiwan
Interests: recreational fisheries; water recreation; coastal ecosystem services; coastal ecological engineering; green energy; AI smart tourism; biogeography; sustainable green tourism

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

The world's oceans and coasts are rich repositories of biodiversity and economic potential. As countries work toward the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially Goal 14: Life Below Water, it becomes crucial to incorporate innovative and sustainable strategies. These include recreational fisheries, coastal ecotourism, smart fisheries, sustainable coastal tourism and the transformation of fishing villages. Alongside these efforts, there is an urgent need for increased academic research investment.

In recent times, there has been a push to promote sustainable recreational fisheries that bolster local economies without jeopardizing marine biodiversity. For this Special Issue, it is essential to delve into topics such as recreational fisheries, coastal ecotourism, smart fisheries, sustainable coastal tourism and the transformation of fishing villages. This exploration entails the integration of multi-species fisheries management models and a deep understanding of trophic relationships. The aim is to capitalize on the ecological value of coastal regions, advocate for tourism that is both educational and conservation-centric, employ technology and data-driven methods in fishery management, ensure that coastal tourism is environmentally conscious and sustainable and rejuvenate fishing villages to be economically sound and ecologically responsible.

The modern era has seen an unprecedented collaboration among ecologists, environmental scientists, engineers, government officials, wildlife biologists and non-governmental representatives. It is also important to highlight the growing significance of areas like recreational fisheries, coastal ecological tourism, smart fisheries, sustainable coastal tourism, and the transformation of fishing villages. These topics not only deepen our comprehension but also set the stage for comprehensive and sustainable strategies in coastal management.

Prof. Dr. Tzong-Der Tzeng
Prof. Dr. Ta-Jen Chu
Dr. Chun-Han Shih
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 100 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for announcement on this website.

Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Fishes is an international peer-reviewed open access monthly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2600 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.

Keywords

  • recreational fisheries
  • wetland tourism
  • marine ecosystem services
  • fishery policy
  • coastal biodiversity
  • smart fishery
  • fishing community revitalization
  • eco-tourism initiatives
  • coastal itinerary planning
  • fishing village heritage

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Unraveling Greek Inland Competitive Fishing: Historical Insights, Angler Profiles, and Motivations through Limited Data Integration in Recreational Fishing Research
by Olga Petriki and Dimitra C. Bobori
Fishes 2024, 9(7), 278; https://doi.org/10.3390/fishes9070278 - 13 Jul 2024
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This study delves into the realm of competitive sport fishing in Greece’s inland waters, where recent years have witnessed a notable surge in such activities. Despite the absence of official records, insights into the sport’s trend and the motivations and socio-demographic characteristics of [...] Read more.
This study delves into the realm of competitive sport fishing in Greece’s inland waters, where recent years have witnessed a notable surge in such activities. Despite the absence of official records, insights into the sport’s trend and the motivations and socio-demographic characteristics of anglers participating in fishing competitions were gleaned from digital data sourced from online platforms and interviews with anglers. Our findings illuminate the growing popularity of sport fishing in Greece, evident in the increasing number of fishing competitions and the burgeoning angling community. Predominantly male, anglers exhibit a strong dedication to catch-and-release practices, citing relaxation and socialization as primary motivations, with competitive aspirations also shaping their involvement. Moreover, the study highlights legislative gaps in inland water fisheries regulations, underscoring the need for updates to ensure sustainable management and to mitigate illegal activities. Additionally, there exists an opportunity to bolster anglers’ ecological awareness through targeted education initiatives. Ultimately, addressing these conclusions holds the potential to foster responsible fishing practices and contribute to the long-term sustainability of inland water fisheries. Full article
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Knowledge Mapping of the Development Trend of Smart Fisheries in China: A Bibliometric Analysis
by Qiu-Yuan Qin, Jia-Ying Liu, Yong-He Chen, Xin-Ruo Wang and Ta-Jen Chu
Fishes 2024, 9(7), 258; https://doi.org/10.3390/fishes9070258 - 3 Jul 2024
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In recent years, smart fisheries, as an emerging model for fishery development, have become a research hotspot in the fishery and aquaculture industries of many countries. Smart fisheries can be thought of as a system that combines techniques for raising, catching, or selling [...] Read more.
In recent years, smart fisheries, as an emerging model for fishery development, have become a research hotspot in the fishery and aquaculture industries of many countries. Smart fisheries can be thought of as a system that combines techniques for raising, catching, or selling aquatic products to improve production and sustainable development. Smart fisheries are crucial to improving fishery and aquaculture management. In this study, a comprehensive analysis was conducted using bibliometric analysis, the results of which are presented through visual mapping and data charts. This study collected data from the China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI) database and compared it with the WoS database. A total of 949 articles were retrieved on topics related to smart fisheries, including 579 articles from WoS and 370 articles from CNKI. The results present the visualization and analysis of annual publications, author collaboration maps, research collaboration institutions, keywords, etc. The development of smart fisheries in China is obviously different from that in foreign countries. China attaches great importance to technology and production, while foreign countries focus on environmental issues. Therefore, this study helps us to understand the current research status, research hotspots, and future development directions of smart fisheries, providing certain references for future management. Full article
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