Jellyfish fisheries offer a potential source of income for fishermen, but sustainable management is crucial for its long-term viability, the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI), has said.
“Jellyfish play a pivotal role in marine ecosystems and hold increasing significance in recent days in the global seafood market, providing a potential source of additional income. Sustainability remains a core focus and a cautious and well-informed approach is required,” A. Gopalakrishnan, Director, the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI), has said.
He was speaking at a special session on ‘Jellyfish Fisheries and Trade: Status, Trends and Impacts on Livelihood’ at the seventh International Jellyfish Blooms Symposium (JBS7) organised by the Department of Aquatic Biology and Fisheries, University of Kerala, and CMFRI.
