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1...For 2010 I predict we will remain at 2 fish over 28"
2...I also predict that during 2010 we will be presented with good science that dictates a mortality cut as is required in the management plan and that reduction will be to 1 fish over 28" for 2011.
(((((("1 @22"-26" with another over 40" (or 45")"))))))
I think this slot limit is the worst of them all when it comes to mortality. The science from Maine clearly shows that when this slot went into effect the fishing mortality rose significantly.
If this slot was installed in MA the predicted mortality calculations will cause a total redistribution of all harvest coastwide. The one model I have actually read some graphs from actually results in a season and something much stricter than 1 at 28"
There are at least two theories that this slot has contributed to the lack of Stripers along the coast of Maine. Of course there are other contributing factors as well.
1 over 36"?
Just curious what you guys think it will be this coming season.
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