Coastal Fisheries Science and Management Handbook

Developed by The Nature Conservancy’s FishKit team, this handbook is a practical guide for coastal communities and practitioners working to sustain small-scale fisheries. It introduces key concepts in fisheries science and management, blending traditional knowledge with modern tools to support data-driven, community-led decision-making. With accessible modules, visual aids, and interactive tools like the FishKit platform, the handbook empowers users to assess fishery health, design effective management strategies, and ensure long-term sustainability of marine resources.