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The Mangaluru Fish Landing Centre, located on the southwestern coast of

India, serves as a crucial hub for marine fisheries in Karnataka. Here are key
details about the center:

Overview
 Location: Mangaluru, Karnataka, India.
 Function: The center facilitates the landing of various marine fish
species and supports a significant fishing community.

Infrastructure and Activity


 The center is bustling with activity, often hosting 20,000 to 30,000
people during peak fish landing times. It accommodates a diverse
fleet of fishing vessels:
 Trawl boats: Approximately 1,337
 Purse seiners: 57
 Motorized boats: 1,420
 Traditional boats: 5341.

Employment and Community Impact


 Around 150,000 individuals in the Dakshina Kannada district are
involved in fishing and related activities. This includes not only direct
fishing but also post-harvest processes such as cleaning, washing,
icing, pickling, and marketing of fish1.
 The center attracts fishermen from neighboring states like Kerala and
Tamil Nadu, contributing to a vibrant local economy1.

Marine Biodiversity and Fisheries


 The Mangaluru coast is rich in aquatic biodiversity and offers
substantial opportunities for marine fisheries development. The region
is characterized by a variety of fishing gears used, including trawl nets,
purse seines, ring seines, and gill nets23.
 The Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) conducts
research and development activities here to support sustainable
fisheries practices and monitor marine biodiversity79.

Fish Landings Data


 Recent statistics indicate significant landings of various fish species.
For example:
 Mackerel: 99,124 kg at ₹150/kg
 Ribbonfish: 70,695 kg at ₹160/kg
 Seerfish: 15,000 kg at ₹650/kg3.

Seasonal Variations
 Fish landings experience seasonal fluctuations. Notably, landings drop
significantly during the monsoon months (June and July) due to fishing
bans aimed at protecting breeding fish populations. After the ban is
lifted, landings typically surge in September and October5.

Conclusion
The Mangaluru Fish Landing Centre plays a vital role in the local economy
and marine fisheries sector of Karnataka. Its strategic location and robust
infrastructure support a large community of fishermen while contributing to
the sustainability of marine resources through ongoing research and
development initiatives.

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