Marine line fish research programme

Abstract

This report outlines the framework for a marine line fish programme under the aegis of the South African National Committee for Oceanographic Research (SANCOR). An attempt is made to assess the state of knowledge about South African marine line fisheries. Certain common problem areas are recognized, and the different components of the resource are considered with regard to available knowledge and current research. Important gaps in existing knowledge and research requirements are identified according to type of fishery and geographic area