The connection between fisheries resources and spatial land use change: The case of two New England fish ports

摘要: This study examined interactions between targeted fish populations, aspects of the fishing industry and land use changes along two ports in New England. By tracking uses over a two-decade period using parcel level data geographic information system (GIS) tools, we relationship species biomass, landings other variables to community spatial change. Using logistic regression models assessed impacts on essential infrastructure for continued activity. Our findings have implications policy that should accompany efforts being made rehabilitate stocks; it ensure current marine will remain place support if when rebound. show Bedford Harbor, larger ports, increasing scallop biomass (considered long-term factor) is associated with increase marine-related uses. In Provincetown short-term factors, such as value volume well stock sizes, influence These suggest smaller port (Provincetown) more vulnerable market conditions therefore need greater controls prevent conversion We propose some directions further research present methodology used one can be applied questions similar nature.