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Socio‑economic status of fishermen and wetland characteristics in northern Bangladesh

Cilt: 43 Sayı: 4 28 Eylül 2026
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Socio‑economic status of fishermen and wetland characteristics in northern Bangladesh

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Wetlands in Bangladesh are crucial for aquatic biodiversity and small-scale fisheries, yet they are increasingly vulnerable due to declining fisheries resources and socio-economic challenges affecting dependent communities. This study aimed to document the livelihood conditions of fishing communities with the physical features, biodiversity, and resource-use characteristics of two important fisheries-dependent wetlands in northern Bangladesh: Choroi Beel (Rajshahi) and Singhimari Beel (Nilphamari). A mixed-methods approach was employed, including household surveys (n = 57), focus group discussions, key informant interviews, and field observations. Findings revealed significant socio-economic hardship among fishermen, characterized by low literacy levels, high school dropout rates among children, and low daily incomes, with 67% of fishermen at each site earning USD 3.31–4.96 per day. While electricity and safe drinking water coverage were universal (100%), Singhimari Beel exhibited higher overall living standards than Choroi Beel, featuring superior housing conditions and better sanitation. The survey recorded 38 fish species (dominated by Cyprinidae) and 17 aquatic plant species, while highlighting local declines in key native species including Tor tor, Labeo nandina, and Ompok pabda due to overexploitation and habitat degradation. The wetlands provided distinct ecosystem services, with Choroi Beel functioning as a fish migration route and sanctuary, and Singhimari Beel supporting aquatic habitats and water transport. Enhancing community resilience and preserving aquatic biodiversity will require targeted interventions, including livelihood diversification, educational support, and community-based wetland management.

Anahtar Kelimeler

Destekleyen Kurum

This research has not received a specific grant, fund or other support from any funding agency in the public, commercial, or not-for-profit sectors.

Etik Beyan

NApproval was granted by the Ethics Committee of Department of Aquatic Environment and Resource Management, Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University (Date: 02-02-2025)

Teşekkür

The authors gratefully acknowledge the support of the local Beel Management Committees and adjacent communities in Choroi and Singhimari Beel for their cooperation during fieldwork.

Kaynakça

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Ayrıntılar

Birincil Dil

İngilizce

Konular

Balıkçılık Yönetimi

Bölüm

Araştırma Makalesi

Yazarlar

Yayımlanma Tarihi

28 Eylül 2026

Gönderilme Tarihi

21 Ocak 2026

Kabul Tarihi

28 Eylül 2026

Yayımlandığı Sayı

Yıl 2026 Cilt: 43 Sayı: 4

DOI

https://doi.org/10.12714/egejfas.43.4.05

IZ

https://izlik.org/JA95ZE29FX

Kaynak Göster

RIS / Bibtex
APA
Johra, M. F., Rifa, M. J., Ritu, M. M. K., Hossain, M. F., Chowdhury, G., & Chakroborty, K. (2026). Socio‑economic status of fishermen and wetland characteristics in northern Bangladesh. Ege Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences, 43(4), 360-371. https://doi.org/10.12714/egejfas.43.4.05
AMA
1.Johra MF, Rifa MJ, Ritu MMK, Hossain MF, Chowdhury G, Chakroborty K. Socio‑economic status of fishermen and wetland characteristics in northern Bangladesh. EgeJFAS. 2026;43(4):360-371. doi:10.12714/egejfas.43.4.05
Chicago
Johra, Mst. Fatematuz, Miftahul Jannat Rifa, Mst. Mosfeka Khatun Ritu, Md. Foysul Hossain, Gazlima Chowdhury, ve Koushik Chakroborty. 2026. “Socio‑economic status of fishermen and wetland characteristics in northern Bangladesh”. Ege Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences 43 (4): 360-71. https://doi.org/10.12714/egejfas.43.4.05.
EndNote
Johra MF, Rifa MJ, Ritu MMK, Hossain MF, Chowdhury G, Chakroborty K (01 Eylül 2026) Socio‑economic status of fishermen and wetland characteristics in northern Bangladesh. Ege Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences 43 4 360–371.
IEEE
[1]M. F. Johra, M. J. Rifa, M. M. K. Ritu, M. F. Hossain, G. Chowdhury, ve K. Chakroborty, “Socio‑economic status of fishermen and wetland characteristics in northern Bangladesh”, EgeJFAS, c. 43, sy 4, ss. 360–371, Eyl. 2026, doi: 10.12714/egejfas.43.4.05.
ISNAD
Johra, Mst. Fatematuz - Rifa, Miftahul Jannat - Ritu, Mst. Mosfeka Khatun - Hossain, Md. Foysul - Chowdhury, Gazlima - Chakroborty, Koushik. “Socio‑economic status of fishermen and wetland characteristics in northern Bangladesh”. Ege Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences 43/4 (01 Eylül 2026): 360-371. https://doi.org/10.12714/egejfas.43.4.05.
JAMA
1.Johra MF, Rifa MJ, Ritu MMK, Hossain MF, Chowdhury G, Chakroborty K. Socio‑economic status of fishermen and wetland characteristics in northern Bangladesh. EgeJFAS. 2026;43:360–371.
MLA
Johra, Mst. Fatematuz, vd. “Socio‑economic status of fishermen and wetland characteristics in northern Bangladesh”. Ege Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences, c. 43, sy 4, Eylül 2026, ss. 360-71, doi:10.12714/egejfas.43.4.05.
Vancouver
1.Mst. Fatematuz Johra, Miftahul Jannat Rifa, Mst. Mosfeka Khatun Ritu, Md. Foysul Hossain, Gazlima Chowdhury, Koushik Chakroborty. Socio‑economic status of fishermen and wetland characteristics in northern Bangladesh. EgeJFAS. 01 Eylül 2026;43(4):360-71. doi:10.12714/egejfas.43.4.05