Fisheries for gilthead seabream, or dorade, are very data deficient. Due to this data deficiency, no stock assessment can be made. This species has a moderate susceptibility to fishing pressure.
There is not much data available on the influences these catch methods have on the ecosystem. The ecological impact is generally not that large when these types of catch methods are used.
Currently there is no specific management plan for this species in these particular catch areas.
Fish in season
Fish is in season when the spawning period has ended, as the quality is then at its best.