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The impact of different creel dimensions on efficiency of Norway lobster (Nephrops norvegicus) fishing: preliminary results

Norway lobster creels are fishing gear with low fishing efficiency compared to other fishing gears, such as bottom trawls. Creel catches consist mostly of larger Norway lobster individuals, with very small amounts of bycatch. Creel catchability surveys are rarely conducted, especially in the Mediterranean. It is well known that fishing efficiency depends on the creel shape, however, other technical parameters that may have impact on creel catchability are not sufficiently researched. The aim of this paper is to examine the impact of different creel dimensions on efficiency of Norway lobster fishing. In order to test this, experimental fishing with creels was conducted in spring 2019 in Velebit channel. Creels of different dimensions commonly used by fisherman were tested. The catch comparison of the mentioned creels showed statistically significant difference between creels of different dimensions, with smallest creels catching significantly less Norway lobster than creels of larger dimensions.

Norway lobster ; Nephrops norvegicus ; creel dimension ; fishery

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