Evaluating the Marine Recreational Fishery in South Africa

Effects of global climate change on marine and estuarine fishes and fisheries

“…The money spent while fishing produced the equivalent of 600,000 full-time jobs in tourism and recreationbased industries (Ross, 1997). In South Africa, almost 500,000 people participate in recreational fishing, providing 81% of the employment and generating 82% of the revenue from fishing activities (including commercial; Griffths and Lamberth, 2002). In the US, in 1991, anglers spent $24 billion (US; 25% of it in saltwater systems) to fish, including spending money on boats, motors, electronic equipment, rods, reels, lures, baits, supplies, marinas' services, fuel at gas stations, meals at restaurants, rooms at hotel/motels, and guides' and party-boat operators' services (Ross, 1997).…”

The Role of Estuaries in South African Fisheries: Economic Importance and Management Implications

“…There are approximately 18 533 commercial linefishers operating from 2 581 registered boats (Griffiths and Lamberth 2002), for 380 800 boat-days year -1 .…”

Protected Areas for Conflict Resolution and Management of Recreational and Commercial Fisheries

“…In developing countries (e.g. South African line fisheries), only half of one percent of the population appears to be involved in fishing as a sport (Griffiths and Lamberth, 2002). The increasing number of participants in recreational fishing has placed pressure on marine resources.…”