Spatial and seasonal fleet activity and cod distribution in Flemish Cap

• Main Authors: Iriondo, A. (Ane), González-Costas, F. (Fernando), Hintzen, N.T. (Niels T.), Michiels, M. (Marcel), González-Troncoso, D. (Diana), Urtizberea, A. (Agurtzane)
• Format: Report
• Language: English
• Published: Centro Oceanográfico de Vigo 2014
• Subjects: VMS data; Fishing distribution; NAFO Div 3M; North Atlantic; Northwest Atlantic
• Online Access: http://hdl.handle.net/10508/9135

The aim of this analysis is to describe the spatial and seasonal fleet activity and cod distribution in the Flemish Cap area in the period 2008-2013. Especial attention is paid to the relative distribution of mature and immature sub-stocks, as well as individuals bellow 41 cm size (Minimum Landing Size, MLS). The following data sources were analyzed for different periods depending on the data availability and the aim followed: Daily Catch Reports (DCR), Vessel Monitoring System (VMS), Spanish Scientific Observers, EU Flemish Cap surveys. Framework Contract MARE/2012/21 - "Scientific advice for Fisheries beyond EU Waters" - Specific Contract No 2 (SI2.681887)