Natural mortality (M) is one of the most influential parameters in fisheries stock assessment
and management. It relates directly to stock productivity and reference points used for …

The instantaneous rate of natural mortality (M) is an important but poorly quantified
parameter in most mathematical models of fish stock dynamics. This report reviews methods …

A How-To Guide for Conducting Common Fisheries-Related Analyses in R Introductory
Fisheries Analyses with R provides detailed instructions on performing basic fisheries stock …

Abstract Ecopath with Ecosim (EwE) models are easier to construct and use compared to
most other ecosystem modelling techniques and are therefore more widely used by more …

Many methods have been developed in the last 70 years to predict the natural mortality rate,
M, of a stock based on empirical evidence from comparative life history studies. These …

The spawning potential ratio (SPR) is a well-established biological reference point, and
estimates of SPR could be used to inform management decisions for data-poor fisheries …

52 53 Total mortality from the oldest animal in the catch Total mortality from the mean size in
the catch Estimation of Z from cumulative plots... Catch curves and length-converted catch …

In Part 1, Manual, a selection of methods on fish stock assessment is described in detail,
with examples of calculations. Special emphasis is placed on methods based on the …

Synopsis (short abstract) In Part 1, Manual, a selection of methods on fish stock assessment
is described in detail, with examples of calculations. Special emphasis is placed on methods …

The majority of global fish stocks lack adequate data to evaluate stock status using
conventional stock assessment methods. This poses a challenge for the sustainable …