Key Points
- INCOIS is helping fishermen by tracking mackerel movements.
- They send out daily tips about Potential Fishing Zones (PFZs) based on sea conditions.
- The Malabar sea upwelling is super important for mackerel since it brings in nutrients.
- They’re using AI and Machine Learning to make better predictions for fishing.
- This research is all about supporting sustainable fishing in Karnataka and Kerala.
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Fishing shouldn’t feel like you’re rolling dice. Thanks to the smart folks at INCOIS in Hyderabad, it’s way more strategic now. They’re using science to help fishermen find the hottest spots to catch mackerel by tracking where the fish are and where they like to chow down.
INCOIS has been dishing out daily tips about Potential Fishing Zones (PFZs) based on stuff like sea surface temps and chlorophyll levels. This info is a game-changer for around nine lakh fishing families, helping them save time, cash, and fuel. Plus, the tips come in different languages, so everyone can get in on it!
The Importance of Nutrient Upwelling
One really cool thing they found is how the ‘Malabar sea upwelling’ works. This natural process brings nutrient-rich water up, which boosts plankton and attracts small fish, and guess who loves those? Mackerel! By figuring out how rainfall and seawater temps affect mackerel catches, scientists can spill the tea on where to find them.
Predictive Models with AI
T.M. Balakrishnan Nair, the Group Director at INCOIS, is pumped about how AI and Machine Learning are helping create smarter predictions for mackerel. This tech helps give fishermen spot-on, timely recommendations, so they can hit areas with lots of fish. It’s all about making their fishing trips way more efficient!
This research isn’t just good for the fishermen; it’s also super important for policymakers. By getting a better grip on fish populations, we can come up with strategies to keep fishing sustainable, protecting mackerel stocks and the livelihoods of the communities that rely on them.
Looking Ahead
India is a big player in the global mackerel scene, providing 90% of the world’s supply. Most of the catch is from the west coast, but the east coast is getting in on the action too. The ongoing study is checking out how the PFZ lines match up with actual mackerel catches, giving a clearer picture for both fishermen and researchers.
The findings are out in the Journal of Marine Systems, marking a big step in understanding and managing our ocean resources better.
