Os Pescadores e a pesca em ponta de Pedras, Pará, Amazônia, Brasil.

Abstract

We describe the fishery activity in Ponta de Pedras, Pará State. We studied the fisheries, fishing fleet, used fishing gear, species caught and fishermen socioeconomic profile. Data were obtained from interviews with local fishermen using semi-structured questionnaire, in February and March 2020. In Ponta de Pedras, fishing is carried out mainly by men, aged 40 to 60 years, with low education and family income below one minimum wage. Fishermen usually have other economic activities, such as the extraction of açai. Fishery activity occurs all over the year, using small and medium fishing boats. Gillnets are the main fishing gear. Fisheries species composition changes seasonally and the production is commercialized locally. Artisanal fishery has a great importance in Ponta de Pedras, it is part of the local culture, with its traditions and relation with the environment. So, we believe that is necessary a local plan for the economic and social valorization of artisanal fishermen, as well as the productive chain in Ponta de Pedras.