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This research examines the volume of unreported fish catches and identifies factors affecting reporting accuracy.

May 24, 2026WaterOpen Access

Off the Record: Unveiling Volume of Unreported Catch in Marine Fisheries with Data from Labuan Fishing Port, Java, Indonesia

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This research examines the volume of unreported fish catches and identifies factors affecting reporting accuracy.
Survey conducted at Labuan Fishing Port from September 2022 to March 2023.
Data collected through personal inspections and anonymous questionnaires.
Analysis of fishing techniques and reported catches from various gear types.
Purse seines contributed 85.85% to recorded production, while bottom otter trawls contributed only 7.91%.
The main reasons for unrecorded catches included time pressure and lack of supervision.
A majority of unrecorded fish were sold directly to buyers or consumed by fishermen.

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