Impacts of climate change on fishersˊ livelihood in Kishoregonj haor region, Bangladesh

Islam, Mohammad Ariful; Hossain, Saddam; Hossain, Zakir

doi:10.3329/ajmbr.v6i3.49788

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“…In the study area, the average sex ratio of male and female were 56.67% and 43.33%, respectively. Islam et al (2020a) found 76.67% male and 23.23 % female in Kishoregonj Haor region. The age group of below 15 to 60 years which is considered as active and working group in the fishers" community and their religion ration were Islam 45% and Hindu 55% (Table 1).…”

Section: Demographic Information Of the Fishers In Louhajang Munshiganjmentioning

confidence: 84%

“…According to Shill et al (2016), 80% fishers were Hindu in Munshiganj. But according to Islam et al (2020a) Muslims are dominant in Haor region in Kishoreganj. Most of the fishers have nuclear family (60%) and few have joint family (40%).…”

Section: Demographic Information Of the Fishers In Louhajang Munshiganjmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Climate change affects the distribution, health and survival of aquatic organisms and river water fluctuation also depend on the season, geographic location and climatic factors (Rahaman et al, 2019;Islam et al, 2020b). Islam et al (2020a) reports that about 87.5% fishers said that flash flood was the most vulnerable problem in the Kishoreganj Haor area. Chowdhury et al (2010) reported that Bangladesh is highly vulnerable in fisheries due to the effects of climate change.…”

Section: Fishersʹ Perceptions About the Impact Of Climate Change In Munshiganjmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Study of the climate change impact on fishers’ livelihood near the Padma river in Munshiganj, Bangladesh

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Asian J. Med. Biol. Res

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Climate change is a contemporary global threat to the whole world especially in the coastal area like Bangladesh. Bangladesh is extremely vulnerable to climate change impacts because of its geographical location. This research is an attempt to assess the impacts of climate change on fishersʹ livelihood of a selected climate hotspot zone Munshiganj. In the study area, the average sex ratios of male and female were 56.67% and 43.33%, respectively and their religion ratio were Islam 45% and Hindu 55%. There was 60% nuclear family and 40% joint family. About 86.4% house was tin-shed and drinking water source was only tube well. In Munshiganj, 11% fishers were illiterate, 27% had primary, 38% had secondary, 16% had higher secondary and 8% had bachelor. Most of the people about 59% were depended on Upazila Health Complex for their health issues. Highest percentage of fishers about 40% had an annual income of 20,001 to 24,000 BDT. About 62.7% fishers were agreed with the statements: reduce fish production, damage fishing ground, blockage of fish migration road, damage biodiversity, increasing temperature, enhance soil erosion, reduce rainfall, siltation, water flow, storm frequency, changing spawning season, decrease fish production, extinction fish species. In study area, women and children are affected severely i.e. malnutrition, education, treatment, early marriage etc. The present study clearly indicates that there are visible changes in livelihood condition of fishers‟ in the study areas of Munshiganj. Asian J. Med. Biol. Res. December 2020, 6(4): 777-784

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Section: Demographic Information Of the Fishers In Louhajang Munshiganjmentioning

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Section: Demographic Information Of the Fishers In Louhajang Munshiganjmentioning

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Section: Fishersʹ Perceptions About the Impact Of Climate Change In Munshiganjmentioning

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Study of the climate change impact on fishers’ livelihood near the Padma river in Munshiganj, Bangladesh

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“…As a result, fish reproduction (3% of records of changes in fisheries) and survival rates were gradually reduced. Climate change-related influences significantly impact fishes and their populations (Islam et al, 2020b;Rahaman et al, 2019Roessig et al, 2004.…”

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Constraints to climate change adaptation and livelihood challenges: perspectives from the Sundarbans fishers' community in Bangladesh

Uddin

Saha

Hossain

et al. 2022

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Fishers' are first-line observers of changes in the Sundarbans region and are among the first to be affected by the changes that occurred. In the Sundarbans fishers' communities, transformations of society have always been a part of life. In contrast, environmental changes were always interim and reversible, allowing them to understand and identify with the Sundarbans ecosystems as food and life providers. In this study, fishers' observations on climate change impacts and their livelihoods were compiled and analysed using a structured questionnaire in accordance with the tenets of grounded theory. The observations of fishers from the region of the Sundarbans demonstrated a rise in the frequency of extreme weather events caused by rising temperatures and changes in the weather pattern. Physical components such as rainfall, coastal erosion, sea-level rise, siltation alterations in fish species distribution ranges, and migratory spawning behaviours were also affected by changes in the region's weather and climate. As salinity levels rose, the diversity and productivity of river ecosystems were affected, particularly in the most vulnerable areas. As a result, river freshwater flow decreased over time. A high rate of siltation in rivers and river mouths was considered another major concern that led to seasonal flooding due to its low freshwater upstream flow rate. The Sundarbans region provides a vast array of resources for diversifying fishers' livelihoods, but climate change is diminishing these alternatives due to more frequent catastrophic events. Specifically, climate change limits the resilience of fishers' communities, restricting opportunities for diversification or forcing them to leave their homes or villages. Climate change generated an environment that was generally unfavourable for all fishing communities. In order to survive in an unfavourable environment, the social well-being of fishers (mostly women and children) was negatively impacted by a variety of challenges, including disease, lack of potable water, malnutrition, sanitary difficulties, lack of electricity, lack of food and clothing, lack of proper medical care, and so on. To evaluate the effects of climate change on fisheries in the study area, the biodiversity, abundance, and production of most freshwater species are drastically reduced due to the destruction of spawning grounds, a transition in the spawning season, and the obstruction of fish migration. The findings of this study show that the climate and livelihood conditions of fishers in the Sundarbans region have changed significantly over the past few decades. Regardless of GOs and NGOs taking the required steps, proper implementation of interdisciplinary adaptive policy and regular monitoring in the Sundarbans fisher's community in Bangladesh could effectively reduce climate change impacts and improve livelihood conditions. Asian J. Med. Biol. Res. 2022, 8 (2), 103-114

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Climate change dynamics and adaptation strategies: insights from Dingapota Haor farmers in Bangladesh

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Akther,

Islam

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Bangladesh is a highly climate vulnerable region. Among the many areas of Bangladesh, the haor region is considered as one of the most climate change sensitive areas. Again, the nation greatly depends on the agricultural produce of the haor area. So, adoption to climate change strategies is vital for the farming community of Bangladesh. The current study was conducted based on the idea of understanding the depth of knowledge of farmers regarding climate change, identifying the currently practiced climate change adaptation strategies and to know the influential factors behind the adoption of those practices. The study was drawn on primary data collected from 300 farmers of the Dingapota haor of Mohanganj upazila under Netrokona district of Bangladesh through a structured interview schedule. Descriptive analysis, adaptation Strategy Index (ASI), and Pearson’s product correlation coefficient (r) were used to analyze data with the help of Excel and SPSS. The study found that the intensity of flash floods, short winter seasons, and unpredictable rainfall have significantly increased. Most respondents believe that certain parts of the climatic conditions are getting worse. Farmers’ knowledge about crop diversification secured first and floating agriculture secured second position in case of advanced proficiency to cope with climate change vulnerability. The research exposed that changes in planting and harvesting dates are the most efficient climate change adaptation strategy practiced by farmers and their experience of agricultural farming strongly influences adaptation choices in the study area.

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Impacts of climate change on fishersˊ livelihood in Kishoregonj haor region, Bangladesh

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Study of the climate change impact on fishers’ livelihood near the Padma river in Munshiganj, Bangladesh

Study of the climate change impact on fishers’ livelihood near the Padma river in Munshiganj, Bangladesh

Constraints to climate change adaptation and livelihood challenges: perspectives from the Sundarbans fishers' community in Bangladesh

Climate change dynamics and adaptation strategies: insights from Dingapota Haor farmers in Bangladesh

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