Initial evaluation of fishery resources in Panamanian small impoundments

This report describes the research conducted and makes recommendations based on evaluation of the data. The report first describes the fish and water sampling equipment and methods used,as well as the physical characteristics of the water, the fish catch rate, and the species encountered for each reservoir studied. Pond stocking and management recommendations aimed at restructuring or augmenting the existing fish communities are made in each case, with consideration given to fish predator-prey relationships and the availability of or need to provide for species-specific nutrients. Finally, general recommendations for managing small reservoir fisheries in Panama, including a sequence of monitoring activities for fish stock development, are provided. Details on pond physical and chemical parameters measured, on fish species mentioned in the report, and on impoundment equipment are included in appendices.