| Abstrakt: |
Rabbitfish (Siganus canaliculatus) is one of the reef fish which is the main catch of traditional fishers in Wakatobi National Park (WNP). The purpose of this study was to analyze the exploitation level of the fish (Siganus canaliculatus) and determine its management strategy. The research was conducted in the waters of Kaledupa Island, Wakatobi National Park. The study used a survey method by identifying the fish caught by fishers, measuring length and weight, and conducting interviews with stakeholders. Data analysis was carried out by analyzing the rate of exploitation using fish mortality and growth data, then determining the appropriate management strategy based on the results of interviews and survey data. Exploitation level analysis was carried out on rabbitfish which were found to be the most dominant in the research location. The results indicated that the species of rabbitfish found were Siganus canaliculatus, Siganus virgatus, Siganus spinus, Siganus guttatus, and Siganus spinus. Of the five types of fish identified, Siganus canaliculatus was found in the largest number (802 fish). Siganus canaliculatus was found to have the longest size, which is 29 cm and the shortest is 12 cm. The exploitation rate of Siganus canaliculatus is 0.55 (indicated over exploited). Thus, catching fish, especially Siganus canaliculatus, must be controlled in order to remain sustainable. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
