Vulnerability of tropical Pacific fisheries and aquaculture to climate change
edited by Johann D. Bell, Johanna E. Johnson and Alistair J. Hobday
There is now little doubt that the impact of climate – already an important driver of fisheries and aquaculture production – is likely to increase in the years ahead. To respond effectively, we need to know the vulnerability of the sector to the changing climate and how best to adapt. This book and the summary, written with generous support from the Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID), brings together valuable contributions from scientists and fisheries managers from 36 institutions around the world to provide this vital information.
The fact that the main findings are mixed – there are likely to be winners and losers – underscores the importance of this vulnerability assessment. Practical adaptations,policies and investments are now needed to reduce the threats of climate changeto the many fisheries and aquaculture activities that are part of the economic and social fabric of the region. Adaptations, policies and investments are also needed to capitalise on the opportunities. These essential planning tools are described in the last chapter – we recommend them to all stakeholders and their development partners.
This book is much more than a comprehensive assessment of the vulnerability of tropical Pacific fisheries and aquaculture to climate change. It is also a valuable resource for anyone wanting to learn about the diverse oceanic, coastal and freshwater fisheries and aquaculture activities of the Pacific Islands region, and the environmental conditions and habitats that support them.
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