Fish Species of fishermen’s catches in Siumat Island, Simeulue Timur Sub-District, Simeulue, Aceh Province, Indonesia

Abstract

Abstract The waters surrounding Siumat Island is a new potential fishing ground in Simeulue Island. However, Information related to fish species in this location is still not widely studied. Therefore, this study aimed to identify fish species caught by fishermen in Siumat Island, Simeulue Timur Sub-District, Aceh Province. The sampling was conducted within 1-20 March 2019. Fish samples were collected from the fish auction location and identified using fish identification books. A total of 243 individuals fish consisting of 54 species and 16 family were identified during the study period. Serranidae was a predominant family with 13 species followed by Lutjanidae and Carangidae with 9 species. From 54 species collected, Turisi Bali (Pristipomoides typus) are the common species found in this location. This research can be used as basic data in making decision for fisheries development in Siumat Island.