Fishing methods to reduce sea turtle mortality associated with pelagic longlines

Location
United States
Article
Fishing methods to reduce sea turtle mortality associated with pelagic longlines
Target catch
Swordfish (Xiphias gladius) and tuna
Study Type
Field study in the wild
Effect on target catch
No negative impact on swordfish catch
Effect on bycatch species
Use of novel bait species (mackerel instead of squid bait) reduced loggerhead (Caretta caretta) and leatherback (Dermocheles coriacea) sea turtle bycatch.
Bycatch species
Sea Turtles
Caretta caretta (Loggerhead turtle)
Fishing Gear
Hooks and Lines
Reduction technique
Alternative bait