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Prévalence des protocoles de prévention de l'introduction d'espèces aquatiques dans les programmes dédiés à la pêche dans les collèges et universités américaines
Author(s) -
Westhoff Jacob T.,
Kobermann Travis A.
Publication year - 2015
Publication title -
fisheries
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.725
H-Index - 79
eISSN - 1548-8446
pISSN - 0363-2415
DOI - 10.1080/03632415.2015.1083431
Subject(s) - accountability , fishery , business , protocol (science) , medical education , political science , biology , medicine , alternative medicine , pathology , law
We investigated the relatively unexplored vector of unintentional transport and introduction of nonnative aquatic species by fisheries students and university researchers conducting field sampling. We surveyed 85 fisheries programs at colleges and universities throughout the United States to determine the prevalence of formal or written protocols used to prevent the inadvertent transfer or introduction of aquatic organisms. Additionally, we explored why some institutions did not have protocols in place and what steps they would be willing to take to increase prevention efforts. We observed a 28% response rate; only 17% of respondents reported having formal written protocols to prevent the introduction of aquatic species. A significant number of respondents indicated a willingness to adopt protocols and encourage student participation in online training courses. We discuss the prospect of further training and accountability for fisheries students and professionals.