Fisheries Biology Assessment and Management is a core text which provides essential information and expert guidance on modern methods of resources management for both temperate and tropical fisheries, and is directed to students of marine science and biology and fisheries researchers, scientists, and managers. Modern catching methods are reviewed in full, analyses of fisheries resource species are provided, from invertebrates (such as sea cucumbers) to migratory fish species (such as tuna) and, unlike other available texts, Fisheries Biology Assessment and Management contains a large number of worked examples and numerous graphs, charts, diagrams and line drawings. Destined to become the foundation text and leading reference in this vital area of fisheries science.