Data on krill, Euphausia superba Dana, consumption by coastal fishes in Division 58.4.2 (Kosmonavtov and Sodruzhestva Seas)

Basing on the materials of complex study of the Kosmonavtov and Sodruzhestva Seas ecosystems, draft calculations were done to determine the E.superba consumption by near-bottom - pelagic fishes as its main consumers in the above areas.
According to the data of trawlings in the depth range of 100-500 m in the area between 30 and 80°E, the total fish stock was evaluated to be 551.300 t. Seasonal (December-April) E.superba consumption by these fishes made 960.000 t.
The data are given on E.superba consumption not only for the region of the Kosmonavtov and Sodruzhestva Seas as a whole, but at different locations also.
Proceeding form the total E.superba biomass assessment in the research areas, the coastal fish diet may make up to 9-18% of annual production of this crustacean.