Publication Date
6-2001
Series Number
No. 140
Publisher
Fisheries Western Australia
City
Perth
Abstract
The protection of Western Australia's aquatic animals, plants and habitats is important for many reasons. Fish, and many aquatic invertebrates, have significant commercial, recreational and social importance. Aquatic habitats provide food, refuge and breeding areas for fish and other animals. In addition, some habitats, such as rocky reefs and seagrass meadows, act as nursery sites for juvenile animals. Some habitats and their inhabitants (such as coral reefs) also have aesthetic values which support economically and socially important industries, such as tourism.
Number of Pages
32
Keywords
Habitat, Habitat improvement (biological), Sustainability, Western Australia.
Recommended Citation
Bunting, J. (2001), Fish protection measures to ensure fish for the future. Fisheries Western Australia, Perth. Report No. 140.
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