Fishing in Cobh

Fishing is an important activity in Cobh.

Total weight of fish landed at Cobh(in tonnes):

1999: 10,111

2000: 8,274

2001: 11,232

2002: 8,710

Fish can be located in different areas of the sea. The type of fish found in the deep-sea areas are called Demersal fish and those found near the surface are called Pelagic fish.

Types of Demersal fish are:

Cod, Haddock and Monkfish.

Types of Pelagic fish are:

Herring, Tuna, Mackrel, and shellfish such as Mussels, Oysters and Scallops.

The European union puts limits on the amount of fish that can be caught. Why do you think this is done?