Animals for Recreational Fishing

Christopher Bova () and Warren Potts ()
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Christopher Bova: Rhodes University, Department of Ichthyology and Fisheries Science
Warren Potts: Rhodes University, Department of Ichthyology and Fisheries Science

Chapter 8 in The Economics of Non-Human Animals, 2026, pp 141-163 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract Recreational fishing is a widespread activity shaped by diverse human motivations, from food provision to sport and cultural expression. This chapter explores how these motivations influence the economic, ecological, and social value of recreational fisheries. By challenging the traditional divide between subsistence and recreation, it proposes a more inclusive framework for assessing value, one that accounts for both visible economic contributions and less tangible benefits like nutrition and well-being. The chapter sets the stage for deeper discussions on specialised and trophy fisheries, highlighting the need for balanced, context-sensitive management.

Date: 2026
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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-032-17580-9_8

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