Diversity and distribution of elasmobranchs in the coastal waters of Cyprus: using bycatch data to inform management and conservation
Martha O’Keefe,
Elizabeth G. T. Bengil,
Josie L. Palmer
et al.
Abstract:IntroductionLoss of biodiversity in marine ecosystems is a globally acknowledged problem. To address this and avoid extinctions, improved conservation is required to protect and restore our oceans. Elasmobranch species are considered the second most threatened vertebrate lineage, with overfishing considered the most important driver of declines. The Mediterranean Sea is a hotspot for elasmobranchs, with the eastern basin considered a data-poor area. MethodsThis study sought to address that deficiency, using by… Show more
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