Determinants influencing fishermen’s willingness-to-participate and willingness-to-pay for conservation of small indigenous fishes: a model-based insight from Indian Sundarbans

Small indigenous fishes (SIF) play a crucial role in supporting the livelihoods and nutritional security of the rural population in Southern Asia. However, their abundance and diversity are under threat due to overexploitation and profitable extensive aquaculture, resulting in a sharp decline, particularly in India. Unfortunately, conservation...