The king crab is not native to the Barents Sea, but was introduced in the 1960s and now forms a stable population. Consequently, this species is doing well, the stockStock:
The fish of a particular species reproducing in the same area in the same period. is at a sustainableSustainable:
Meeting the needs of current generations without compromising opportunities for future generations. This also allows future generations to benefit from the same needs. level and fishing pressureFishing pressure:
Fishing pressure is a result of the fishing effort/amount of fishing on a stock, which determines the fishing mortality. Fishing mortality is the share of the fish stock that dies annually as a result of fishing. takes place within biologically safe limits.
Fishing with potspots:
A fishing method in which traps made of chicken wire are baited (fresh or salted fish) which are then placed on the seabed. Species caught this way include crab, lobster, whelk, langoustine and octopus. and trapsTraps:
Traps are a kind of cages made of, for example, chicken wire that lie on the bottom of the sea. At the front is a net with large holes, which prevents species such as seals and waterfowl from swimming into the cage. is unlikely to have a significant effect on the ecosystem. This fishery may have a negative impact on sensitive habitats on a small scale.
This species is well managed. Therefore, the regulations are well respected by the fishery. The managementManagement:
The regulations surrounding fisheries and aquaculture that ensure that production is carried out within legal frameworks and that sustainability can be assured. of this species is largely effective.