fiskveiðiaðferð

Fiskveiðiaðferð refers to the methods and techniques employed in the catching of fish. These methods vary widely depending on the species of fish being targeted, the environment in which they are found, and the scale of operation. Common categories of fishing methods include passive methods, where gear is set to intercept fish, and active methods, where gear is used to pursue and capture fish.

Passive methods encompass a range of gear types such as nets, traps, and longlines. Nets can be set in various configurations, like gillnets which entangle fish by their gills, or pound nets which funnel fish into an enclosure. Traps, such as pots or fyke nets, are designed to lure fish into a confined space from which they cannot escape. Longlines consist of a main line with numerous baited hooks attached at intervals.

Active fishing methods typically involve moving gear. Trawling is a prominent example, where a large net is towed through the water by one or more vessels. This can be done at different depths, from pelagic trawling in the upper water column to demersal trawling on the seabed. Seining is another active method, where a net is used to encircle a school of fish, and then the net is closed or hauled in. Other active methods include trolling, where lures or bait are dragged behind a moving boat, and harpooning, a more traditional method for large pelagic species.

The choice of fiskveiðiaðferð has significant implications for selectivity, bycatch, and environmental impact. Modern fishing practices often aim to develop and utilize methods that minimize the capture of non-target species and reduce habitat damage. Regulations and management strategies play a crucial role in governing which fishing methods are permitted and how they can be employed.