: Key families include Serranidae (groupers) and Lutjanidae (snappers). The red grouper ( Epinephelus morio ) has traditionally been a primary target on the Campeche Bank. Vessels and Gear : Small-scale vessels (typically <10is less than 10
: These fisheries are often classified as "data-poor." Management relies heavily on Fishery Improvement Projects (FIPs) to fill information gaps by using community-generated data to refine stock reconstructions. Escama
meters) utilize a variety of gear including hooks, gillnets, longlines, and traps. : Key families include Serranidae (groupers) and Lutjanidae
: Ongoing audits evaluate performance indicators such as stock status and ecosystem impacts. Key Recommendations for Sustainability Mexico El Rosario and Isla Cedros finfish - trap/handline meters) utilize a variety of gear including hooks,
: The category includes more than 440 bony fish species , often categorized into 17 major groups for management purposes.
: The Mexican National Fisheries Chart (Carta Nacional Pesquera) was updated in 2022 to reflect new stock assessments and reference points for various species. Ongoing Fishery Improvement Projects (FIPs)
The following draft report summarizes the status of the (coastal finfish) fisheries in Mexico, primarily based on data from FisheryProgress and Seafood Watch . Overview of the "Escama" Fishery