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| From the Department of Primary Industries Tuesday, February 26, 2008 BAN EXTENDED ON TAKING GLENELG SPINY FRESHWATER CRAYFISH A ban on taking Glenelg spiny freshwater crayfish, also known as “prickly backs,” has been extended for a further 12 months to protect the species’ dwindling numbers. Fisheries Victoria Executive Director, Dr Peter Appleford, said the decision followed recent stock assessment research carried out on behalf of the Glenelg Hopkins Catchment Management Authority (CMA), which indicated the species was still vulnerable to over-fishing. “A 12-month ban was introduced on March 1, 2007 due to concerns about the sustainability of the species. The new Fisheries Notice extends that ban for a further 12 months until February 28, 2009. “Fisheries Victoria scientists have carried out stock assessment research on behalf of the Glenelg Hopkins CMA, which indicates the reintroduction of recreational fishing may impact on the recovery of the species. “The species is slow growing, taking up to 26 years to reach maximum size, and has low population densities scattered throughout a small area in the south west of Victoria and south east of South Australia. “The prolonged drought and fires in recent years has resulted in low water levels and pooling in some parts of the Glenelg River system and the loss of protective bankside vegetation, putting additional pressure on stock levels.” Dr Appleford said the ban prohibits people from taking or attempting to take Glenelg spiny freshwater crayfish from Victorian waters. “The Glenelg spiny freshwater crayfish is listed as a threatened species and the extension to the ban aims to ensure the sustainability of this species. “Fisheries Victoria will conduct a long-term monitoring program this year, that will assist in making future management arrangements for the fishery,” Dr Appleford said. Rules and regulations are put in place to ensure our fisheries resources are shared equitably, and are available now and for the future. For further information please call the DPI Customer Service Centre on 136 186.
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