A review of the scientific production and research output on the demersal marine fishery resources of the Brazilian Meridional Margin, SW Atlantic
摘要
An analysis was conducted to evaluate the scientific production related to marine demersal fishery resources along the Brazilian Meridional Margin of the Southwest Atlantic (21°S—34°S), recognized as the most productive fishing area in Brazil. With a focus on life history, population dynamics and fisheries, our review encompassed 1,091 references published between 1960 and 2021s, covering 166 species: 82 teleosts, 40 elasmobranchs, 24 crustaceans, 8 cephalopods, and 12 other molluscs. Research was predominantly focused on target species (59%), followed by commercially valuable by-catch (27%) and discarded species (13%). The volume of publications increased exponentially from 1.2 per year in the 1960s to 41.2 per year during 2020s. While significant advancements have been made in understanding the growth, reproduction, distribution and life cycles of commercially important species, there remains a notable knowledge gap regarding species of no commercial value. Addressing these gaps is crucial for a comprehensive ecosystem-based management approach, ensuring sustainable fisheries and informed stock assessments.