<p>This report presents a review of practical fishing & biological information about the giant Pacific octopus, which is of interest to commercial fishermen. This is one of several octopods found in Alaskan waters & the best known of these species. Sections octopus harvest & use worldwide; review of octopus biology for fishermen; the Alaska octopus fishing investigation; handling octopus onboard small fishing vessels; economic problems facing the development of an Alaskan octopus fishery; references & personal communications; & appendix on the development of the Alaska octopus project. Illustrated.</p>

Fishing for Octopus in Alaska: A Guide for Commercial Fishermen

Science & Math

Paust, Brian C.

Nature & Ecology

Diane Pub Co.

<p>Many Alaska fishermen who are catching octopus incidentally could increase their catch and earn extra money by selling octopus as halibut bait. This report provides information on fishing techniques for the giant Pacific octopus, and suggests market techniques.</p>

Fishing for Octopus: A Guide for Commercial Fishermen

University of Alaska Sea Grant

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Fishing for Octopus in Alaska: A Guide for Commercial Fishermen

Fishing for Octopus: A Guide for Commercial Fishermen