Sawfish (Pristidae) records along the Eastern Amazon coast

Feitosa, Leonardo Manir, Martins, Ana Paula Barbosa, and Nunes, Jorge Luiz Silva (2017) Sawfish (Pristidae) records along the Eastern Amazon coast. Endangered Species Research, 34. pp. 229-234.

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Abstract

Sawfishes are the most endangered cartilaginous fishes on the planet. Their external morphology facilitates entanglement in fishing nets and their K-selected life history hinders the recovery of exploited populations. The Eastern Amazon coast (EAC) is known to be an area where sawfishes occur in Brazil, but few studies have been conducted in the area to better understand their biology and ecology. The present study reports sawfish captures along the coast of Brazil's second largest state. Data were collected from interviews with fishermen, a literature review, and media reports. In total, 23 captures were recorded between 1984 and 2016. Records include adults, a pregnant female with near-term embryos, juveniles, and young-of-the-year specimens. Most catches were reported in the Canal do Navio, an area under strong human pressure. Sawfish saws are valuable items and, for many anglers in precarious economic and social situations, high market prices eclipse the fishing prohibitions laid down under federal laws. Urgent research is required to understand sawfishes' life history, identify their critical habitats, and effectively manage and conserve these species along the EAC.

Item ID: 54210
Item Type: Article (Research - C1)
ISSN: 1613-4796
Keywords: Amazon coast; artisanal fisheries; conservation; pristidae; sawfish
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Date Deposited: 20 Jun 2018 00:31
FoR Codes: 41 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES > 4104 Environmental management > 410401 Conservation and biodiversity @ 50%
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