Tuna - monitoring

In this section, we look at defining your research questions, site selection and timing, sampling methods, and considerations for data collection.

Tuna - defining your research questions

Defining your research questions is the first place to start when designing a survey.

Tuna - site selection and timing

Site selection and timing are important factors to consider when designing a representative sampling strategy .

Tuna - sampling methods

There are a range of different sampling methods which can be used, including electric fishing, fyke nets, Gee-Minnow traps, scoop nets, whitebait nets and observation.

Tuna - considerations for data collection

Finding and collating information that already may exist for the lake, river or stream you are interested in, choosing the right sampling methods, and making sure that the data you work hard to collect is stored safely are all important things to consider in your monitoring programme.