CATCH COMPOSITION OF LIFT NET BOATS BASED ON COORDINATE POINTS IN BARRU REGENCY

Abstract

Barru Regency has significant potential in capture fisheries, particularly through the use of lift net boats. This study aimed to identify the species composition and catch volume of lift net boats based on coordinate points at three different locations: Tanete Rilau, Sumpang Binangae, and Takkalasi waters. The research was conducted from July to September 2024 using field surveys and interviews with fishermen and fish collectors. Data were analyzed descriptively and quantitatively using ANOVA. The results showed that the dominant species caught were anchovy (Stolephorus sp.) with a total of 6,342 kg, scad (Decapterus sp.) with 2,236 kg, and Hairtail (Trichiurus sp.) with 315 kg. The highest catch was recorded in Takkalasi (4,095 kg), followed by Tanete Rilau (3,161 kg), and the lowest in Sumpang Binangae (1,637 kg). Although catch quantities varied among locations, statistical analysis indicated no significant differences (p > 0.05). These findings suggest that catch composition is more influenced by seasonal factors, fish phototactic behavior, and habitat suitability rather than geographic coordinates alone. This study provides valuable insights for optimizing fishing gear operations and supporting sustainable fisheries management in the coastal areas of Barru Regency.