Description of Artisanal Fisheries in Northern Alboran Sea

The artisanal fisheries are the most traditional of the Alboran Sea and are deeply rooted in the region, constituting an essential element of coastal communities. Artisanal fishery has traditionally played an important role both in social and economic aspects in teh Alboran Sea. It has been present in many aspects of everyday life, influencing the traditional way of life of the fishing towns, popular festivals, local cuisine, vocabulary, and even the coastal landscape.