Boquerón Wildlife Refuge - Resource Management Study
Tarpon are an important sport fish species in Puerto Rico. In this study data is being generated on the population parameters of tarpon in the Boquerón Wildlife Refuge (BWR). Their spatial distribution and habitat use patterns can be used to aid management decisions regarding this resource.
Two established remote data collection stations and continued tagging of tarpon will help elucidate the actions needed to maintain and restore this sport fish species. Water quality measurements are now being collected continuously in the field and will also provide data regarding the main resource affecting the tarpon habitat and population connectivity in the impoundment.
Status: Ongoing since 2011
Type: Resource Management, Population Assessment