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 Published Monday, June 1, 2020 Fishery
prohibition starts
in Nicoya Gulf By the A.M. Costa Rica staff The season of fishery prohibition is from June 1 to August 31, in the waters of the Gulf of Nicoya in Puntarenas Province. It was ordered by the government "based on scientific data for the regeneration of marine resources, in order to ensure that the State can protect biological diversity as part of its natural heritage, as well as the protection and recovery of species of interest," announced the Fishery Institute. Fishing prohibition applies to professional and commercial activities. The artisanal fish as self-consumption remains an exception. People who choose to artisanal fish, must do so by using rods, reels or hand ropes that can be used individually by the fisherman. "The product obtained through domestic fishing may not be sold or marketed, the hooks used must be size 6 or 7 and type J, among others,” said the Institute. According to the Institute, the ban has been applied since 1985 to protect marine resources. The prohibition area extends from Punta Torres to the Negritos Island Lighthouse, and from there to Punta Cuchillos, on the Nicoya Peninsula. To control illegal fishing during the prohibition season, the Institute announces that the National Coast Guard Service, the Ministry of Security, Air Surveillance Service and other police forces will keep close monitoring of the Gulf of Nicoya. In addition, the Social Aid Institute announced the implementation of the temporary economic subsidy of ¢145,000 colones per month, approximately $255, which will be delivered to 1,473 fishermen and their helpers. Recipients are those who have been registered as legal fishermen in the Gulf area and who will see their income decrease because of the prohibition of fishing. According to the Institute, approximately $1,124,821 has been budgeted to provide these subsidies. However, only fishermen who have no delays on Social Security monthly quota payment and also carry out community work assigned by the Institute can apply for the aid. People interested in receiving the aid during the prohibition of fishing can make their queries to the Institute of Aid by calling 506 2202-4000. ---------------- Have you heard of fishermen in the gulf region that could be affected by the fishing season prohibition? We would like to know your thoughts on this story. Send your comments to news@amcostarica.com |
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