There is a proven gap in documentation of indigenous and local knowledge in Central Asia and therefore more studies are needed on how traditional practices and indigenous and local knowledge associated with nature could bring important insights into biocultural diversity conservation in the subregion (Pawera et al., 2016). In addition, although there is some evidence about the role of indigenous and local knowledge in marine systems (Maynou et al., 2011; Moore, 2003), more research is needed to report on the status and trends of this knowledge in that context.