The Fish Hidden Beneath the Mud
There is a saying in Cambodia that describes a remarkable seasonal phenomenon: “If there is water, then there are fish.” During the dry Read More…
Following Fish: Using Acoustic Telemetry to Monitor Mekong…
Migration between habitats to feed, spawn, or seek refuge is an essential behavior for many fish, including an estimated 60-70% of Mekong Read More…
Arrow Traps in Tonle Sap Lake: How do they work?
Arrow shaped fish traps, shown in the aerial view photo, are commonly used for fishing in the Tonle Sap Lake in Cambodia. The traps shown in Read More…
An appeal from the Stung Treng Fisheries Cantonment to…
Stung Treng province is considered one of the last habitats in Cambodia for many fish species to spawn and replenish fish populations in the Read More…
Where Have All the Giants Gone? Using Fisher Knowledge to…
Historically, being the biggest fish in the stream meant megafish species were not threatened by predators and ruled the rivers with their Read More…
A First Look at Mollusc Diversity in Cambodia’s Tonle Sap…
Known for its diversity of charismatic fish, the Mekong River and its tributaries also host an impressive assortment of invertebrates, such Read More…
Benefits of Community-Managed Freshwater Reserves in…
Protected areas have long been a cornerstone of marine fisheries management, and numerous studies have revealed key insights into how these Read More…
Trash Under the Surface of the Tonle Sap River
There is a popular Khmer saying that has been passed down through the generations: “Where there is water, there is fish.” Read More…
Using an echosounder to survey Tonle Sap fish
On November 25th, 2020, the Wonders of the Mekong Project, in collaboration with representatives from the Inland Fisheries Research and Read More…
River’s Bounty: The Economic Value of Fisheries
Whether crewing a large commercial fishing vessel, managing ponds at a fish farm, or setting artisanal fishing traps, the faces of fisheries Read More…