Table Bc07: Regulation Experiment to Improve Fishing
Table Bc07: Regulation Experiment to Improve Fishing
| Survey | Investigator/Year | Years Surveyed | Purpose | Findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creel Census of Huzzah and Courtois creeks | Fleener 1971 | 1958-68 | Estimate annual fishing pressure and catch | 80% of catch under 12 in. |
| Harvest of fish from Huzzah Creek | Fleener 1974 | 1969-73 | Effects of 12 in. length limit on Smallmouth Bass on fish harvest. | Fish harvest increased to 35.5 lbs/acre. 12 in. limit was effective. |
| Harvest of fish from Courtois Creek | Fleener 1974 | 1969-73 | Evaluate the effect of catch-and-release on Smallmouth Bass. | Fish harvest increase to 40.5 lbs/acre. 12 in. limit was effective. |
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