Scientists currently do not have accurate information about the spatial distribution of fishing gear, so in order to minimize future restrictions on the industry, a questionnaire has been developed in which all coastal fishermen must provide information on the most critical fishing areas. Only then will it be possible to clarify the conflicting territories.

In the questionnaire, please indicate:

Your company name or first and last name,
type of fishing gear,
fishing season,
the importance of the chosen fishing spot,
soil type.
The prepared map can be zoomed in, as well as expanded across the entire screen. The map also provides information on approximate depth zones (meters).

At the end of the questionnaire, there is an opportunity to make a free comment, for example, if you want to indicate specific depth zones, etc.

Important!!!!

In one questionnaire, it is possible to mark only one fishing place with the combination of the relevant answers. There is no limit to the number of times you can submit questionnaires. There is no need to go to sea to fill out the questionnaire - you can do it at your convenience on a computer or mobile phone.

The questionnaire can be found here:

https://ej.uz/zvejas_vietas

We will be happy if you submit the questionnaires by the end of October 2024.

Since not all fishermen have sufficient computer skills and technical capabilities to fill out the questionnaire, the project funds will provide assistance in data submission.

If you have any questions or need support, please contact the Marine Department of the Fish Resources Research Department of the Institute by phone: +371 26370639 or e-mail: ivars.putnis@bior.lv

Photo: Gunta Gabrāne