Management strategy evaluation (MSE) involves using simulation to compare the relative
effectiveness for achieving management objectives of different combinations of data …

Global environmental change (including climate change, biodiversity loss, changes in
hydrological and biogeochemical cycles, and intensive exploitation of natural resources) is …

With numerous real-world examples, Modelling and Quantitative Methods in Fisheries,
Second Edition provides an introduction to the analytical methods used by fisheries' …

There is broad consensus that the main problem facing fisheries globally is too many boats
chasing too few fish. Unfortunately it is also possible to argue that there are too many …

Robert May's seminal book has played a central role in the development of ecological
science. Originally published in 1976, this influential text has overseen the transition of …

The use of spawning stock biomass (SSB) as a proxy for total egg production (TEP) in
fisheries management has come under increasing challenge. This chapter summarizes why …

Abstract Kell, LT, Mosqueira, I., Grosjean, P., Fromentin, JM., Garcia, D., Hillary, R., Jardim,
E., Mardle, S., Pastoors, MA, Poos, JJ, Scott, F., and Scott, RD 2007. FLR: an open-source …

This document provides guidelines for fish stock assessment and fishery management using
the software tools and other outputs developed by the United Kingdom's Department for …

The relentless exploitation and unsustainable use of wildlife, whether for food, medicine or
other uses, is a key concern for conservationists worldwide. Indeed, wildlife conservation …

The four general components of an ecosystem approach to fisheries (EAF) are reviewed. In
taking account of environment forcing in stock dynamics, arguments are presented that …