Fish conservation zones (FCZs) are areas which are closed off to fishing and other activities in order to protect habitats and restore fish populations. FCZs have emerged as a management strategy in the Mekong Basin to protect and strengthen local communities. 

A Fish Conservation Zone (FCZ) located on the Mun River in northeastern Thailand (photo credit: IUCN)


These communities benefit by protecting specific areas of water bodies and inland species of fish that reside in the area. (fishionary.fisheries.org/fish-conservation-zones-fczs)

For more information, please visit: Fish Conservation Zones lead to stronger communities, fewer conflicts and more fish