CFP Fisheries Policy & Regulation 3

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'Essential Fish Habitat' (EFH) as defined under the Magnuson-Stevens Act?

Accepted Answer

Waters and substrate necessary for fish spawning, breeding, feeding, or growth to maturity

Answer

EFH is defined as those waters and substrate necessary to fish for spawning, breeding, feeding, or growth to maturity, and FMPs must minimize adverse effects on EFH.

Question 2

The Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 established which important concept for managing bycatch of marine mammals?

Accepted Answer

Potential Biological Removal (PBR)

Answer

PBR is the maximum number of animals that can be removed from a marine mammal stock while allowing it to reach or maintain its optimum sustainable population level.

Question 3

In the context of U.S. fisheries law, what is the 'Exclusive Economic Zone' (EEZ)?

Accepted Answer

Federal waters from 3 to 200 nautical miles offshore

Answer

The U.S. EEZ extends from 3 to 200 nautical miles offshore, where the Magnuson-Stevens Act grants the U.S. sovereign rights over fishery resources.

Question 4

What is the role of the Scientific and Statistical Committees (SSCs) within Regional Fishery Management Councils?

Accepted Answer

Providing independent scientific advice including recommending acceptable biological catch levels

Answer

SSCs provide independent scientific and statistical advice to their councils, including recommendations on ACLs and the scientific basis for management measures.

Question 5

Which international agreement governs the conservation and management of highly migratory fish stocks on the high seas?

Accepted Answer

UN Fish Stocks Agreement (UNFSA)

Answer

The 1995 UN Fish Stocks Agreement provides a framework for the conservation and management of straddling and highly migratory fish stocks through regional fisheries management organizations.

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CFP Fisheries Policy & Regulation 3