What are temporary closures?
Temporary closures, also known as seasonal closures or temporal closures, are used to restrict fishing for particular periods of time.
Temporary closures can be powerful fisheries management tools for protecting spawning seasons.
Types of Temporary Closures
The Temporary Closures Tool allows users to explore different types of closures, such as lunar phases or months. For each option, the tool provides an estimated decrease in fishery catches. Insights from these analyses can support community discussions on the design and development of temporary closures.