| The anchovy, Engraulis encrasicolus L. population in the Bay of Biscay, is described in context with other Engraulidae populations in the world. Mean landings are provided for six different species from 1974 to 1992. The great variations in the abundance (up to 200 %) of these populations, in relation to upwelling and environmental parameters are also discussed. Historical changes in the French and Spanish fleet fishing for anchovy are highlighted since 1950. The main events in the development of these fisheries are detailed. The total number ofboats in the French fleet have increased from 1987-1993 whereas the number of seiners in the Spanish fleet in that peri ad remained stable since 1980. The third part of this report describes the French fishery for... |
