A three sector system dynamics model (clams, natural predators, and baymen who harvest the clams) was developed to evaluate measures to counter the sharp decline in New York's hard clam (Mercenaria mercenaria) fishery. Six management alternatives were evaluated: effect of shellfish hatchery production on increasing the abundance of clams; growing seed clams on racks to protect them from predators; a maximum size limit on the harvesting of clams; limiting entry of baymen into the fishery; a bounty on predators; and setting aside a portion of the bay as a natural nursery. Model results, which were largely unanticipated, are described.

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• 1986

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