Results for the Spanish Survey in the NAFO Regulatory Area of Division 3L for the period 2003-2010

Since 2003, a stratified random summer bottom trawl survey was conducted by Spain in the NAFO Regulatory Area of Division 3L (Flemish Pass). The surveys were carried out by the R/V “Vizconde de Eza” using bottom trawl net type Campelen. Entire series of mean catches, biomass and length distribution for Greenland halibut, American plaice and witch flounder are presented for the period 2003-2010. Greenland halibut biomass and abundance estimates present a slight increase this year being the second highest value of the series. A poor recruitment and low number of individuals of length over 70 cm... Mehr ...