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Research Document - 2001/093

American Lobster, Homarus americanus, population characteristics in the lower Bay of Fundy (Lobster Fishing Areas 36 and 38) based on fishery independent sampling

By P. Lawton, D.A. Robichaud, R.W. Rangeley, and M.B. Strong

Abstract

Two diving-based research studies are reviewed that form a 10-yr+ time series of observations of lobster recruitment, and spawning area use, respectively. Additionally, two new research studies (one diving-based, the other a collaborative trapping study with industry) are described, each of which commenced in 2000, but which allow decadal-scale contrasts with results from historical studies. In addition to providing insights into recruitment trends in the Bay of Fundy lobster fishery, the four research studies provide important information for determining sensitive areas from a lobster fishery perspective in relation to coastal zone planning issues. In particular, these studies were designed to provide information that could be utilized in advising on salmon aquaculture development proposals.

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