Status of fisheries resources of bitter lakes, Suez Canal, Egypt

In this study, the Fisheries database were collected from GADFR (2007) and interviews with fishermen to throw a light on fisheries resources in the environment of Bitter lakes. Fishing boats, gears, number of fishermen and catch. The total catch of 2007 was 3090919 kg and the highest catch value was in summer, whereas the minimum catch value was in winter. The study gives new insight for a better understanding the fisheries of the study area and help decision makers to make proper management of the Bitter Lakes.