Fish species in the wetlands of the Lower Songkhram River Basin : local knowledge of the fishers in the Lower Songkhram River Basin

This publication presents the findings of one of six topics covered by the Tai Baan research in the Lower Songkhram River Basin. The research was conducted by 240 people from four villages in the area between May 2003 and April 2005, and demonstrates the depth of knowledge held by the local people. The findings cover different fish species, and include ecological knowledge about the fish, assessments of the present status of each species, and certain economic indicators showing the importance of fisheries for local livelihoods. The research also addressed ecosystems, fishing gear, flooded forest vegetation, floodplain agriculture and raising large livestock.