Abstract

GCFI and several partners in the Caribbean region are variously working to better understand the origins of the Sargassum influx and to address the myriad impacts being observed on fisheries and livelihoods. At the 64th, 65th and 67th GCFI meetings, sole presentations were made about the Sargassum influx. The 68th GCFI marks the first time that multiple presentations will focus on this subject, potentially in diverse sessions and related to differing aspects of research and impact assessment. We will bring together the content of these various presentations in a framework that will highlight the status of knowledge in relation to subjects such as oceanography, coastal habitats and living resources, and impacts on fisheries and livelihoods. This presentation will serve as a wrap-up about directions in research and management, and comment on networking achieved at the 68th GCFI. It will also indicate gaps in knowledge and outstanding needs for partnership building and support.

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