Alexandria, VA – April 4, 2011 – Improving catch-and-release survival rates in saltwater fish is a key concern for the recreational fishing community. Last month, anglers, scientists, environmental groups, state and federal agencies and sportfishing industry representatives met to evaluate how much is known about marine fisheries catch-and-release survival rates and explore ways to improve fisheries management and catch-and-release techniques. Representatives met from March 15-17, in Atlanta, Ga., for the FishSmart Barotrauma workshop. Barotrauma, a significant cause of mortality for many saltwater fish, most often occurs when deep water fish are unable to adapt to the change in pressure when brought to the surface, making it difficult or impossible for the fish to swim back to the bottom when released by the angler.
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