Purse seine fishing gear is a type of fishing equipment consisting primarily of a large net, designed to catch both large and small pelagic fish. This study aimed to (1) determine the effect of time differences—morning and evening—on the catch of flying fish using mini purse seine fishing gear, and (2) identify the composition and dominant species caught in each fishing period. The research was conducted at Banda Neira Pier, Banda District, Central Maluku Regency, Maluku, Indonesia. An experimental fishing method was applied, and data were analyzed using the Two Sample t-Test. Fishing operations were carried out over 16 trips, equally distributed between morning and evening sessions. The total recorded catch comprised 15,078 kg of mackerel (Rastrelliger sp.), 4,017 kg of skipjack (Katsuwonus pelamis), 18,743 kg of deho (Euthynnus affinis), and 45,601 kg of flying fish (Decapterus sp.). In the morning, the total catch reached 36,005 kg, dominated by flying fish, whereas in the evening, it was 50,250 kg, also dominated by flying fish. Statistical analysis using the Two Sample t-Test focused on the dominant species, flying fish, and revealed a p-value of <0.05. This indicates a significant difference in the composition of the catch between morning and evening fishing activities. The findings suggest that fishing time plays a crucial role in catch volume, particularly for flying fish, with evening fishing showing higher yields. These results can be valuable for optimizing fishing strategies, improving efficiency, and supporting sustainable fisheries management in Banda Neira and similar pelagic fishing grounds.

Purse seine is a fishing tool used to catch surface fish that are grouped and pulled towards the light. It works by encircling schools of fish with a net to create a vertical wall that blocks the fish's ability to move horizontally. The aim of the research is to find out how the speed of pulling the drawstring (purse line) affects the number of fish caught in Sampang waters. The research method used was an experimental method, namely by conducting experiments and monitoring the treatment carried out on purse seine fishing gear on mackerel fish caught in Sampang waters. The results of test 1 show that the results of catching mackerel fish in the catches from 3 treatments and 9 repetitions were very significantly different, so it can be concluded that from the results of the fishing experiment with a purse seine, drawstring speed had a very significantly different effect.

Bagan stepper is a productive fishing tool for catching pelagic fish, especially anchovies. Utilization of existing resource potential can be improved by knowing the best transportation time, so it is necessary to analyze the level of effectiveness of the step-by-step fishing gear. The aim of this research is to determine the best transportation time for catches obtained using step-on fishing gear in order to improve the welfare of Karangantu fishermen. The method used in this research is the experimental fishing method by observing each treatment then calculating the weight (kg) of the catch using a step chart with 2 treatments (transport time 20.00 WIB and transport time 22.00 WIB) and 16 repetitions (trips). From the analysis results obtained, the calculated F value = 1.32, and the F table value = 1.15, so the data is not homogeneous. For the calculated t value = 0.10, and for the t table value = 3 then Ho is not rejected. So it can be concluded that there is a real difference between the anchovy catches using transportation times of 20.00 WIB and 22.00 WIB. Transport time 20.00 WIB provides the most fish catches

Boat lift net is a fishing tool that operates at night. This tool has the aim of getting catches in large quantities by using light aids from lamps. This research aims to investigate the effect of different colors of lights on the catch of anchovies (Stolephorus sp) on boat fishing gear in the waters of Karantu Serang, Banten. The experimental fishing method will be used with two different colored lights, namely green and white. Anchovy catch data will be collected and analyzed to evaluate whether there are significant differences in the number of anchovy catches caught in the two different light colors. It is hoped that the results of this research will provide a better understanding of the influence of different colors of lights on the catch of anchovies (Stolephorus sp) on boat fishing gear in the Karangantu waters of Serang, Banten.