Summary of recommendations on rock lobster TACs for the Tristan group of islands for the 2020/21 season

A new framework for setting rock lobster total allowable catches (TACs) has been established for the Tristan group of islands, including Inaccessible, Nightingale, Gough, and Tristan. This approach, based on accepted operational management procedures (OMPs), aims to ensure sustainable fishing practices while balancing conservation needs. The recommendations are designed to maintain healthy rock lobster populations by setting annual TACs that account for biological and environmental factors. The study provides a science-based method to guide fisheries management in this remote UNESCO World Heritage Site, ensuring long-term viability of marine resources.

Holloway, S., & Butterworth, D. (2021). Summary of recommendations on rock lobster TACs for the Tristan group of islands for the 2020/21 season. University of Cape Town. https://doi.org/10.25375/UCT.16432728.V1