The State of Biodiversity in Lake Tanganyika: A Literature Review
G PATTERSON (ed.)

A compilation of the literature reviewed by the main coordinators of the three technically oriented studies included in the Lake Tanganyika Biodiversity Project, namely ‘Biodiversity’, ‘Pollution and its Effects on Biodiversity’ and ‘Sediment Discharge and its Consequences’. This publication forms the latest extensive treatment on this very special lake, and as such, provides excellent resource material to institutions and those interested in pure and applied research and/or management of Lake Tanganyika and its catchment.

Utilization of Small Pelagic Fish Species in Asia
M PRITCHARD, A GORDON, G PATTERSON and A GRAY

This colourful A5 booklet sets out the findings of a research project to define the current status of utilization of small pelagic fish (those fast-growing species usually reaching maturity within a year) in Asia and assesses competing demands on the resource, so that appropriate strategies for future development of the fishery could be determined. The background to the fisheries, the current landings and usage (mainly human consumption and fishmeal) and trade within and outside Asia is detailed. Although exploitation was found to be a complex issue with much variation between countries, conclusions and recommendations are outlined for future research into ways in which low-income groups could continue their involvement in the trade, and how the overall impact of trading policies might affect them.

Post-harvest Fisheries Development: A Guide to Handling, Preservation, Processing and Quality
I J CLUCAS and A R WARD

With fisheries all over the world reaching their limits of sustainable exploitation, there is a great need to ensure that the fish which are caught reach the consumer with minimal losses. The expansion of fishery products and attention to quality demanded by consumers requires policy-makers and fishery workers to have an understanding of the post-harvest aspects of fishery development. This book is a layman’s guide to all aspects of post-harvest fisheries science and technology both in modern and traditional fisheries in many parts of the world. It is aimed at managers in government and industry, often non-specialists, who have to make decisions about post-harvest fisheries development.

Handling Shellfish: A Guide to the Safe Handling of Molluscan Shellfish in Southeast Asia
NRI

Produced in co-operation with institutes and departments of agriculture and fisheries in the area, this colourful 10-page booklet outlines the basic requirements for the safe and hygienic handling and marketing of shellfish. It is intended as a guide for extension workers who advise gatherers, harvesters, processors and retailers of live molluscan shellfish. Topics covered include public health risks,
classification of shellfish growing areas, hygienic handling, purification, documentation and exporting. Available in local languages at the same price under the following order codes:
F4 – Tagalog ISBN 0 85954 426-5

Real-time Monitoring of African Aquatic Resources using Remote Sensing: With Special Reference to Lake Malawi
G PATTERSON, M J WOOSTER and C B SEAR

This publication describes work carried out on Lake Malawi. Daily, remotely sensed maps of lake surface temperature were compared with information collected in situ. Fisheries scientists found strong agreement between the two methods and were successfully able to monitor changes in the structure of local fish populations following changes in lake water temperatures. This booklet will not only be of interest to those concerned with the study and management of African fisheries, but also to those interested in expanding monitoring of environmental changes using remote sensing.

An Illustrated Guide To Fish Preparation

J F Rogers