Fishermen's participation in research and conservation of coastal elasmobranchs
2021
Giareta, Eloísa Pinheiro | Prado, Aline Cristina | Leite, Renata Daldin | Padilha, Érica | Santos, Ingrid Hyrycena dos | Wosiak, Caroline Da Costa De Lima | Wosnick, Natascha
The use of animals from commercial fishing for scientific purposes is a reality in Brazil, emphasizing the importance of a good relationship between researchers and fishermen. To assess the effectiveness of traditional communities’ inclusion in research, this study provides comparative data on elasmobranch landing patterns and on-board processing before and after participatory activities. Through the inclusion of members of the fishing community, a change in behavior and recognition of the importance of elasmobranch research and conservation were detected. Such a strategy is an effective empowerment tool, benefiting not only the management of coastal species, but also valuing traditional knowledge in research and creating a work environment based on trust and commitment.
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