Monitoring of Snapper Fishery Management in Alas Strait Waters, West Nusa Tenggara

Abstract

This research examines the sustainability of snapper fisheries in the Alas Strait, West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, as part of sustainable fisheries resource management efforts. Utilizing a Multi-Dimensional Scaling (MDS) approach via the Rapid Appraisal for Fisheries (Rapfish) framework, this study evaluated sustainability across five dimensions: ecological, economic, social, institutional, and technological. Primary data were collected through interviews with fishermen, traders, and key stakeholders using structured questionnaires, while secondary data were gathered from relevant government and private institutions. The findings indicate that the overall sustainability index of snapper fisheries in the Alas Strait is 54.21%, categorized as moderately sustainable. The ecological and economic dimensions scored the highest, both at 61.25%, reflecting relatively stable fish stocks and positive economic contributions. Conversely, the institutional and technological dimensions scored the lowest, both below 40%, highlighting significant challenges such as insufficient institutional support, limited access to financial resources, and inadequate adoption of sustainable fishing technologies. Sensitivity analysis identified key attributes influencing sustainability, including fishing gear selectivity, government institutional involvement, and the availability of alternative livelihoods. The results emphasize the importance of addressing these shortcomings through targeted policies and capacity-building programs to enhance the sustainability of the snapper fishery. This study contributes to the understanding of multi-dimensional sustainability and offers actionable recommendations for improving the management of marine resources in Indonesia.