Rockfish Fisheries: Management and knowledge exchange in Puget Sound

Rockfishes (Sebastes spp.) are a group of long-lived Pacific fishes that are susceptible to overharvest in commercial and recreational fisheries due to their life history and site fidelity. Different histories of rockfish fishery development throughout their range have led to varying management challenges for these species, including the listing of two rockfish species under the Endangered Species Act in Puget Sound.
In this talk, Anne Beaudreau will present stories of rockfish fisheries in Puget Sound from community, policy, and science perspectives. Using examples drawn from research over the last decade, Anne will highlight ways in which fishers’ knowledge, stewardship, and innovation are contributing to improved conservation and management of rockfish.