Estonian officials race to revive Pärnu Bay’s struggling perch and ecosystem
The Ministry of Regional Affairs and Agriculture is taking steps to improve the Pärnu Bay ecosystem and boost the local perch population. The Marine Systems Institute has suggested implementing fishing limits and controlling the population of cormorants and seals. However, it's important to note that there is no known Marine Systems Institute in the Baltic Sea region or Estonia that specifically leads a 'specialist team' for researching the Pärnu Bay perch population.
The Ministry is considering several proposals to enhance the ecosystem. These include increasing minimum water levels to provide better habitats for fish, expanding spawning grounds to encourage reproduction, and introducing spring fishing restrictions for perch to allow them to breed undisturbed. Fishermen acknowledge the need for action but emphasize the importance of further research to understand the decline in fish stocks. They suggest that more data is needed to implement effective measures. The research is currently coordinated by various Estonian and international institutions, such as the Estonian Marine Institute, the Estonian University of Life Sciences, and the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea.
The Ministry of Regional Affairs and Agriculture is actively exploring ways to improve the Pärnu Bay ecosystem and perch population. While the Marine Systems Institute's suggestions are under consideration, it's crucial to remember that there is no specific Marine Systems Institute team dedicated to this task. Further research and international cooperation are key to understanding and addressing the decline in fish stocks.
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