Pronunciation: [sˈiːpjˈuː] (IPA) 
CPUE is an acronym often used in fisheries and marine sciences to indicate catch per unit effort. The phonetic transcription of this word is /kætʃ pər juːnət ˈɛfərt/. The phonetic symbols represent the pronunciation of each individual sound in the word. The "c" is pronounced as a /k/, the "t" as a /tʃ/, the "h" as a voiceless /h/, and the "e" as a reduced vowel /ə/. The "per" is pronounced as /pər/ and "unit effort" as /juːnət ˈɛfərt/.
CPUE stands for Catch Per Unit Effort, and it is a term commonly used in fisheries and marine biology to measure the efficiency of fishing gear and the abundance of fish in a given area. CPUE refers to the quantity of fish caught relative to the amount of fishing effort exerted. It is typically expressed as the number of fish or weight of fish caught per unit of fishing time, such as per hour or per tow.
CPUE is an important indicator for many fisheries management practices as it helps assess the health and productivity of fish stocks. By monitoring CPUE over time, researchers and managers can determine the impact of fishing pressure on fish populations and make informed decisions about the sustainability of fishing activities.
The calculation of CPUE involves dividing the total catch by the amount of effort expended, which can include factors like the number of fishing vessels deployed, length of fishing nets or lines, duration of fishing trips, or the number of traps set. CPUE values are generally higher in areas with high fish abundance and efficient fishing methods, while lower CPUE values may indicate overfishing or diminished fish populations.
Overall, CPUE serves as a valuable tool to quantify the relationship between fishing effort and fish catch, and its measurement is crucial for effective fisheries management and conservation efforts.
