Coral sea region billfish atlas

Purpose of the atlas

The aim of this atlas is to provide the best possible scientific background for those wishing to develop gamefishing in the Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea and Vanuatu region (from the equator to 20°S and from 140°E to 170°E). It allows direct comparisons of catch rates between different areas in the region by season, based on data from the Japanese longline fishery, and provides the kind of background environmental data that might interest entrepreneurial gameboat skippers to help them target their efforts.

We provide some interpretation of the data, but aim to provide enough information for experienced anglers to reach their own conclusions.

This map shows the major geographic locations of the Billfish Atlas. Click on the map to view a high resolution image. (1400Kb 1600x1100) Not recommended if you have a slow Internet connection. To return to this page use your browser's back button.

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