Waterways for Marine Diversity
KEY POINTS- Studies of fish and their habitats in the Bays of Åland and how they can be managed in the long term.
- Collaboration with local populations to collect information and to develop the management of fish and important habitats.
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Global goals
- 14. Life below water
Short summary
The Marine Waterways project studies fish populations and key spawning sites in Åland’s diverse coastal habitats, while also mapping recreational fishing in collaboration with the local community. The aim is to contribute to long-term sustainable fish stocks.
Åland has a varied coast that offers a rich variety of habitats for fish. Both active commercial fishing and extensive recreational fishing are conducted here. Within the Marine Waterways project, fish stocks in different bays are studied to provide a clear picture of the occurrence of different species and to identify important spawning grounds. The project also maps how recreational fishing is practiced in these areas, in close dialogue with the local population. An overall goal is that the knowledge collected should promote long-term sustainable fish stocks.