Adaptive response of Peruvian Hake to overfishing

C.W. Mendo and R.G. Carrasco

Naga, 2000, vol. 23, issue 1, 24-28

Abstract: Compensatory mechanisms of the Peruvian hake population (Merluccius gayi peruanus) in response to heavy exploitation and changes in species interaction are discussed. Changes in the rate of cannibalism, diet composition, maximization of fecundity and behavioral adaptation are noted.

Keywords: Gadoid fisheries; Biotic pressure; Population characteristics; Peru; Merluccius gayi peruanus (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Q00 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2000
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