: The category includes more than 440 bony fish species , often categorized into 17 major groups for management purposes.
: These fisheries are often classified as "data-poor." Management relies heavily on Fishery Improvement Projects (FIPs) to fill information gaps by using community-generated data to refine stock reconstructions. Escama
The following draft report summarizes the status of the (coastal finfish) fisheries in Mexico, primarily based on data from FisheryProgress and Seafood Watch . Overview of the "Escama" Fishery : The category includes more than 440 bony
Several regions in Mexico are currently undergoing active FIPs to move toward MSC-comparable standards: Overview of the "Escama" Fishery Several regions in
: Focuses on developing stock assessments for five key species to define reference points (biomass, catch, and fishing mortality).
Recent assessments indicate significant challenges regarding the sustainability of these stocks.
meters) utilize a variety of gear including hooks, gillnets, longlines, and traps.