Reciprocal contributions: Indigenous perspectives and voices on marine‐coastal experiences in the channels of northern Patagonia, Chile

• DOI: 10.1002/pan3.70004
• Publication Date: 2025-02-20T05:01:18Z
• Authors: Ricardo Alvarez; Daniel Caniullán; Juan Catín; Pérsida Cheuquenao; Yohana Coñuecar; Florencia Diestre; Pedro Jara; Nelson Millatureo; Darly Vargas; Jaime Ojeda
• Keywords: Reciprocal

Abstract The recovery of marine ecosystems in areas heavily impacted by fishing and environmental exploitation depends, to some extent, on the sustainable management resources should be complemented cultural traditions, practices scientific knowledge. These knowledge systems may involve reciprocal actions interactions between people coastal environments, which, unfortunately, are often overlooked government strategies. Our study was conducted channels fjords northern Chilean Patagonia. life experiences nine community members, whom co‐authors this article, with species. We highlight two customary that important for food sovereignty responsible marine‐coastal ecosystems. To understand their perspectives nature, we analysed ontological cosmogonic aspects these practices, ecological implications challenges they currently face. present case studies: (i) ‘Corralitos de pirenes’ Chiloé archipelago, which refers small stone walls or enclosures built intertidal zone create a suitable habitat rockfish spawn. consumes percentage fish eggs, benefit having protected spawning site maintained locals; (ii) ‘benthic rearrangements,’ practice carried out shellfish divers who manually restructure underwater substrates have been depleted overexploitation artisanal fishing. end, relocate various species re‐establish interactions. Both cases demonstrate deep, place‐based fosters an understanding rooted families. developed within family contexts continuously passed down through generations. embody biocultural ethic must recognized, valued expanded upon. Their contributions (e.g. improvement habitats) socioecological endeavours (care environment) aim foster continuity, engaging elderly, adults children. occur scenario socio‐environmental crises where industries, such as salmon farming, generate impacts intertwine both time depths sea. Read free Plain Language Summary article Journal blog.