Lionfish (Pterois miles and Pterois volitans) influence on the artisanal fishing value chain, Southern Caribbean of Costa Rica

Lionfish (Pterois miles and Pterois volitans) influence on the artisanal fishing value chain, Southern Caribbean of Costa Rica

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https://doi.org/10.22458/urj.v11i3.2267

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Lionfish, value chain, artisanal, fishing, Southern Caribbean, Costa Rica

Abstract

Introduction: The “Lionfish” are actually two invasive species that occur in several parts of the world, and their effect on local fisheries needs study. Objective: To analyze the influence of these fish on the artisanal fisheries value chain in the Southern Caribbean of Costa Rica. Methods: We surveyed 181 fishermen, restaurant owners and resident consumers, and made counts during fishing operations. Results: Lionfish do not reach consumers in significant numbers, mainly because there is not enough initial input of raw material to compete against established species. Conclusion: we recommend a campaign for the consumption of Lionfish in Costa Rica.

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2019-08-23

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Laguna Cruz, M., Pereira-Chaves, J., & Ríos Duarte, R. (2019). Lionfish (Pterois miles and Pterois volitans) influence on the artisanal fishing value chain, Southern Caribbean of Costa Rica. UNED Research Journal, 11(3), 296–308. https://doi.org/10.22458/urj.v11i3.2267

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Vol. 11 No. 3 (2019)

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