Download AEBR 125 Habitats and areas of particular significance for coastal finfish fisheries management in New Zealand: A review of concepts and life history knowledge, and suggestions for future research

Most fished coastal finfish have life histories that can be divided up into spawning/reproduction, eggs and larval periods (not elasmobranches), a juvenile phase, and an adult reproductive phase. Here, we assess knowledge of 38 New Zealand species, w.r.t spawning, oceanographic transport, nursery habitats, adult habitats, adult migrations and movements, and population connectivity and stock structure. Fundamental knowledge gaps are identified, and suggestions for research investment made.