Member State report / Art11 / 2020 / D1-M / Croatia / Mediterranean: Adriatic Sea
| Report type | Member State report to Commission |
| MSFD Article | Art. 11 Monitoring programmes (and Art. 17 updates) |
| Report due | 2020-10-15 |
| GES Descriptor | D1 Mammals |
| Member State | Croatia |
| Region/subregion | Mediterranean: Adriatic Sea |
| Reported by | Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries |
| Report date | 2020-10-15 |
| Report access |
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D1.2 |
D1.2 |
D1.2 |
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Monitoring strategy description |
The abundance and spatial distribution are assessed using the data collected during the photo-identification and aerial surveys. During the photo-identification surveys data on the species observed, group size, composition, behaviour of animals, weather and effort are collected. Sightings are documented with photographs and video camera. Aerial surveys provide data at the basin level on the distribution and abundance of cetaceans and sea turtles. Data collection followed standard aerial survey procedures for Distance Sampling-based surveys with respect to sighting and effort data. |
The abundance and spatial distribution are assessed using the data collected during the photo-identification and aerial surveys. During the photo-identification surveys data on the species observed, group size, composition, behaviour of animals, weather and effort are collected. Sightings are documented with photographs and video camera. Aerial surveys provide data at the basin level on the distribution and abundance of cetaceans and sea turtles. Data collection followed standard aerial survey procedures for Distance Sampling-based surveys with respect to sighting and effort data. |
The abundance and spatial distribution are assessed using the data collected during the photo-identification and aerial surveys. During the photo-identification surveys data on the species observed, group size, composition, behaviour of animals, weather and effort are collected. Sightings are documented with photographs and video camera. Aerial surveys provide data at the basin level on the distribution and abundance of cetaceans and sea turtles. Data collection followed standard aerial survey procedures for Distance Sampling-based surveys with respect to sighting and effort data. |
The abundance and spatial distribution are assessed using the data collected during the photo-identification and aerial surveys. During the photo-identification surveys data on the species observed, group size, composition, behaviour of animals, weather and effort are collected. Sightings are documented with photographs and video camera. Aerial surveys provide data at the basin level on the distribution and abundance of cetaceans and sea turtles. Data collection followed standard aerial survey procedures for Distance Sampling-based surveys with respect to sighting and effort data. |
Coverage of GES criteria |
Adequate monitoring will be in place by 2024 |
Adequate monitoring will be in place by 2024 |
Adequate monitoring will be in place by 2024 |
Adequate monitoring will be in place by 2024 |
Gaps and plans |
Regarding the assessment of the criteria D1C1, sporadic data on bycatch is collected through the National Stranding Network (Protocol for Alerting and Monitoring of dead, sick or injured strictly protected marine species (marine mammals, sea turtles and cartilaginous fish). The Programme of Measures pursuant to Article 13 of the Marine Strategy Framework Directive includes several activities which address this issue. Implementation of monitoring and assessment of the extent of incidental catches by using observers on fishing vessels and by targeted data collection is planned within the measure 3.8.1 Analyze the risks of incidental catch of turtles, marine mammals, sharks, rays and seabirds by different fishing gear. From 2019 fishing sector has the obligation to record and to report bycatch of endangered species, through Croatian national data collection programme conducted by the Ministry of Agriculture. Moreover, further research is needed to assess the impact of pressures on populations of cetaceans. |
Regarding the assessment of the criteria D1C1, sporadic data on bycatch is collected through the National Stranding Network (Protocol for Alerting and Monitoring of dead, sick or injured strictly protected marine species (marine mammals, sea turtles and cartilaginous fish). The Programme of Measures pursuant to Article 13 of the Marine Strategy Framework Directive includes several activities which address this issue. Implementation of monitoring and assessment of the extent of incidental catches by using observers on fishing vessels and by targeted data collection is planned within the measure 3.8.1 Analyze the risks of incidental catch of turtles, marine mammals, sharks, rays and seabirds by different fishing gear. From 2019 fishing sector has the obligation to record and to report bycatch of endangered species, through Croatian national data collection programme conducted by the Ministry of Agriculture. Moreover, further research is needed to assess the impact of pressures on populations of cetaceans. |
Regarding the assessment of the criteria D1C1, sporadic data on bycatch is collected through the National Stranding Network (Protocol for Alerting and Monitoring of dead, sick or injured strictly protected marine species (marine mammals, sea turtles and cartilaginous fish). The Programme of Measures pursuant to Article 13 of the Marine Strategy Framework Directive includes several activities which address this issue. Implementation of monitoring and assessment of the extent of incidental catches by using observers on fishing vessels and by targeted data collection is planned within the measure 3.8.1 Analyze the risks of incidental catch of turtles, marine mammals, sharks, rays and seabirds by different fishing gear. From 2019 fishing sector has the obligation to record and to report bycatch of endangered species, through Croatian national data collection programme conducted by the Ministry of Agriculture. Moreover, further research is needed to assess the impact of pressures on populations of cetaceans. |
Regarding the assessment of the criteria D1C1, sporadic data on bycatch is collected through the National Stranding Network (Protocol for Alerting and Monitoring of dead, sick or injured strictly protected marine species (marine mammals, sea turtles and cartilaginous fish). The Programme of Measures pursuant to Article 13 of the Marine Strategy Framework Directive includes several activities which address this issue. Implementation of monitoring and assessment of the extent of incidental catches by using observers on fishing vessels and by targeted data collection is planned within the measure 3.8.1 Analyze the risks of incidental catch of turtles, marine mammals, sharks, rays and seabirds by different fishing gear. From 2019 fishing sector has the obligation to record and to report bycatch of endangered species, through Croatian national data collection programme conducted by the Ministry of Agriculture. Moreover, further research is needed to assess the impact of pressures on populations of cetaceans. |
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Coverage of targets |
Adequate monitoring will be in place by 2024 |
Adequate monitoring will be in place by 2024 |
Adequate monitoring will be in place by 2024 |
Adequate monitoring will be in place by 2024 |
Related measures |
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Related monitoring programmes |
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Programme code |
MADHR-D01-02 |
MADHR-D01-02 |
MADHR-D01-02 |
MADHR-D01-02 |
Programme name |
Mobile species - population characteristics |
Mobile species - population characteristics |
Mobile species - population characteristics |
Mobile species - population characteristics |
Update type |
Modified from 2014 |
Modified from 2014 |
Modified from 2014 |
Modified from 2014 |
Old programme codes |
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Programme description |
Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) is present in the entire Adriatic. It is more abundant in areas above the continental shelf, up to a depth of 150 – 200 m and in areas inside Croatian territorial waters. Striped dolphins (Stenella coeruleoalba) is present in the South Adriatic. The area inhabited by this species is the pelagic part of the South-Adriatic pit, at depths of 200 m or more. Occasionally, single individuals or smaller groups appear in areas of middle and North Adriatic. Due to their highly mobile nature, distribution and the high anthropogenic impact in the middle Adriatic especially (Croatian and Italian EEZ), it is necessary to conduct monitoring of indicators for the status of bottlenose and striped dolphins on the level of the entire Adriatic. |
Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) is present in the entire Adriatic. It is more abundant in areas above the continental shelf, up to a depth of 150 – 200 m and in areas inside Croatian territorial waters. Striped dolphins (Stenella coeruleoalba) is present in the South Adriatic. The area inhabited by this species is the pelagic part of the South-Adriatic pit, at depths of 200 m or more. Occasionally, single individuals or smaller groups appear in areas of middle and North Adriatic. Due to their highly mobile nature, distribution and the high anthropogenic impact in the middle Adriatic especially (Croatian and Italian EEZ), it is necessary to conduct monitoring of indicators for the status of bottlenose and striped dolphins on the level of the entire Adriatic. |
Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) is present in the entire Adriatic. It is more abundant in areas above the continental shelf, up to a depth of 150 – 200 m and in areas inside Croatian territorial waters. Striped dolphins (Stenella coeruleoalba) is present in the South Adriatic. The area inhabited by this species is the pelagic part of the South-Adriatic pit, at depths of 200 m or more. Occasionally, single individuals or smaller groups appear in areas of middle and North Adriatic. Due to their highly mobile nature, distribution and the high anthropogenic impact in the middle Adriatic especially (Croatian and Italian EEZ), it is necessary to conduct monitoring of indicators for the status of bottlenose and striped dolphins on the level of the entire Adriatic. |
Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) is present in the entire Adriatic. It is more abundant in areas above the continental shelf, up to a depth of 150 – 200 m and in areas inside Croatian territorial waters. Striped dolphins (Stenella coeruleoalba) is present in the South Adriatic. The area inhabited by this species is the pelagic part of the South-Adriatic pit, at depths of 200 m or more. Occasionally, single individuals or smaller groups appear in areas of middle and North Adriatic. Due to their highly mobile nature, distribution and the high anthropogenic impact in the middle Adriatic especially (Croatian and Italian EEZ), it is necessary to conduct monitoring of indicators for the status of bottlenose and striped dolphins on the level of the entire Adriatic. |
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Regional cooperation - coordinating body |
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Monitoring details |
The aerial survey aimed at collecting data for abundance estimates and distribution patterns should be carried out every 3rd year. Photoidentification analysis for population assessment should be carried out every year or every second year, depending on the site. |
The aerial survey aimed at collecting data for abundance estimates and distribution patterns should be carried out every 3rd year. Photoidentification analysis for population assessment should be carried out every year or every second year, depending on the site. |
The aerial survey aimed at collecting data for abundance estimates and distribution patterns should be carried out every 3rd year. Photoidentification analysis for population assessment should be carried out every year or every second year, depending on the site. |
The aerial survey aimed at collecting data for abundance estimates and distribution patterns should be carried out every 3rd year. Photoidentification analysis for population assessment should be carried out every year or every second year, depending on the site. |
Features |
Small toothed cetaceans
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Small toothed cetaceans
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Small toothed cetaceans
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Small toothed cetaceans
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GES criteria |
D1C2 |
D1C3 |
D1C4 |
D1C5 |
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Spatial scope |
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Marine reporting units |
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Temporal scope (start date - end date) |
2021-2026 |
2021-2026 |
2021-2026 |
2021-2026 |
Monitoring frequency |
Other |
Other |
Other |
Other |
Monitoring type |
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Monitoring method |
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Monitoring method other |
Sampling procedure has been described in Marasovic I., Krstulovic, N., Leder, N., Loncar, G., Precali, R., Šolic, M., Loncar,.G., Beg- Paklar, G., Bojanic, N., Cvitkovic, I., Dadic, V., Despalatovic, M., Dulcic, J., Grbec, B., Kušpilic, G., Nincevic-Gladan, Ž., P. Tutman, Ujevic, I., Vrgoc, N., Vukadin, P., Žuljevic, A. Coastal cities water pollution control project, Part C1: Monitoring and Observation System for Ongoing Assessment of the Adriatic sea under the Adriatic sea Monitoring Programme, Phase II. Interim report (IR), December, 2013. https://jadran.izor.hr/jadranski_projekt_2/MJERNE-METODE-I-OPREMA.pdf |
Sampling procedure has been described in Marasovic I., Krstulovic, N., Leder, N., Loncar, G., Precali, R., Šolic, M., Loncar,.G., Beg- Paklar, G., Bojanic, N., Cvitkovic, I., Dadic, V., Despalatovic, M., Dulcic, J., Grbec, B., Kušpilic, G., Nincevic-Gladan, Ž., P. Tutman, Ujevic, I., Vrgoc, N., Vukadin, P., Žuljevic, A. Coastal cities water pollution control project, Part C1: Monitoring and Observation System for Ongoing Assessment of the Adriatic sea under the Adriatic sea Monitoring Programme, Phase II. Interim report (IR), December, 2013. https://jadran.izor.hr/jadranski_projekt_2/MJERNE-METODE-I-OPREMA.pdf |
Sampling procedure has been described in Marasovic I., Krstulovic, N., Leder, N., Loncar, G., Precali, R., Šolic, M., Loncar,.G., Beg- Paklar, G., Bojanic, N., Cvitkovic, I., Dadic, V., Despalatovic, M., Dulcic, J., Grbec, B., Kušpilic, G., Nincevic-Gladan, Ž., P. Tutman, Ujevic, I., Vrgoc, N., Vukadin, P., Žuljevic, A. Coastal cities water pollution control project, Part C1: Monitoring and Observation System for Ongoing Assessment of the Adriatic sea under the Adriatic sea Monitoring Programme, Phase II. Interim report (IR), December, 2013. https://jadran.izor.hr/jadranski_projekt_2/MJERNE-METODE-I-OPREMA.pdf |
Sampling procedure has been described in Marasovic I., Krstulovic, N., Leder, N., Loncar, G., Precali, R., Šolic, M., Loncar,.G., Beg- Paklar, G., Bojanic, N., Cvitkovic, I., Dadic, V., Despalatovic, M., Dulcic, J., Grbec, B., Kušpilic, G., Nincevic-Gladan, Ž., P. Tutman, Ujevic, I., Vrgoc, N., Vukadin, P., Žuljevic, A. Coastal cities water pollution control project, Part C1: Monitoring and Observation System for Ongoing Assessment of the Adriatic sea under the Adriatic sea Monitoring Programme, Phase II. Interim report (IR), December, 2013. https://jadran.izor.hr/jadranski_projekt_2/MJERNE-METODE-I-OPREMA.pdf |
Quality control |
As used in the reported monitoring method.
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As used in the reported monitoring method.
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As used in the reported monitoring method.
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As used in the reported monitoring method.
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Data management |
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