Resolving ecosystem effects of the South Georgia winter krill fishery
Key Facts
FUNDING SCHEME Darwin Plus Main
VALUE £469,653
WHERE South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands
Summary
Competition between fisheries and predators is a global conservation issue and mitigating this requires an ecosystem approach to fisheries management. The South Georgia krill fishery is restricted to winter, but information about krill stock dynamics and predator foraging during winter are sparse. This project addresses this gap by: (i) quantifying the bundance and distribution of krill and (ii) assessing predator distribution - during the winter in the fishery area. The project outcomes will enable ecosystem-based management of the krill fishery
Darwin Initiative Round 32 is now open for applications! A new round of funding to support ambitious projects delivering impact for biodiversity and communities.
From scaling successful approaches to strengthening locally led conservation, explore key lessons shared by projects working on the front line of biodiversity action.
