Description
This form provides for the reporting of operational and catch data from purse seine fisheries under the IOTC Regional Observer Scheme (ROS). The form is designed to capture verified information on fishing activity, catch composition, and bycatch associated with purse seine operations, including IOTC species, and other bycatch species. The reporting format follows the standards adopted by the IOTC Scientific Committee and includes multiple hierarchical data levels, ranging from trip and set information to species-specific catch and bycatch records. Data collected through this form contribute to scientific assessments of tuna and tuna-like species and support monitoring of the impact of purse seine fisheries on associated and dependent species. CPCs are required to complete the form for purse seine operations covered by the ROS, ensuring consistency, transparency, and quality of the data collected by scientific observers at sea or Electronic Monitoring Systems.
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Data content
| META |
Metadata |
Trip |
Information on the data submission and main characteristics |
| O-INFO |
Metadata |
Observer & Trip |
Information on the observer and the fishing trip observed |
| V-INFO |
Technology / Equipment |
Trip |
Information on the fishing vessel, its gear, and personnel |
| V-TRIP |
Effort |
Trip |
Information on the fishing trip’s departure and return |
| V-ATTRIBUTES |
Technology / Equipment |
Vessel |
Information on the vessel’s attributes and equipment |
| G-GENERAL |
Technology / Equipment |
Trip |
Information on the fishing gear’s equipment and machinery |
| E-SET |
Effort & Technology / Equipment |
Set |
Information on effort (sets) and gear characteristics (materials, targeting) |
| E-SET-CETACEANS |
Effort |
Set |
Information on cetacean sightings and interactions |
| E-SET-CATCHES |
Catch |
Set |
Information on magnitude, composition, and fate of catch |
| E-SET-CATCH-SPECIMENS |
Catch |
Specimen |
Information on fish biology (size, sex, maturity), samples, and depredation |
| E-SET-CATCH-SPECIMENS-SSI |
Catch & Technology / Equipment |
Specimen |
Information on specimen condition, depredation, and technical details associated with the catch for Species of Special Interest |
| E-SET-TAG-DETAILS |
Catch |
Specimen |
Information on specimen condition and tag details |
| DAILY-ACTIVITIES |
Activities |
Trip |
Information on the locations of various trip activities |
O-INFO
This section of the form includes information about the observer and an overview of the fishing trip they observed.
| observed_trip_id |
M |
Unique identifier of the fishing trip defined as the concatenation of (i) the observation or trip start date (YYYY-MM-DD), (ii) the IOTC observer number, (iii) the IOTC vessel identifier as per Record of Authorised Vessels (RAV) and the vessel gear group code as per IOTC classification |
Alphanumeric |
e.g., 2024-01-23/IOTCFRA001/IOTC012345/PS |
Observer Identification
| iotc_id |
M |
The unique registration identifier assigned to each observer by the IOTC Secretariat |
Alphanumeric |
e.g., IOTC_0976 |
| full_name |
O |
The name of the scientific observer(s) that collected the data on-board the fishing vessel or EM reviewer |
String |
e.g., John Doe |
Observer Trip Details
Embarkation: Record the starting port. If the first observation is available after the departure form the port while the vessel is within port limits, this is still recorded as the observation starting port. If the observation starts at sea outside port limits (onboard observer boarding the vessel via a vessel transfer or EM records not available at the trip starting date due to a recording failure) , record “at sea”.
| country |
M |
The country or EEZ of the observation starting location. |
Code from Countries |
e.g., FRA |
| port |
M |
The port of the observation starting location |
Code from Ports |
e.g., REREU |
| latitude |
M |
The latitude of the observation starting location. |
Decimal degrees (two decimal places) |
e.g., -20.88 |
| longitude |
M |
The longitude of the observation starting location. |
Decimal degrees (two decimal places) |
e.g., 55.53 |
| date_time_utc |
M |
The date and time of the start of observations |
YYYY-MM-DD hh:mm |
e.g., 2025-09-15 12:00 |
Disembarkation: The ending port. If the last observation is available after a port launch while the vessel is within port limits, this is still considered as the observation ending port. If the observation ends at sea outside port limits (onboard observer disembarking boarding the vessel via a vessel transfer or EM records not available at the end of observations due to a recording failure) , it is considered “at sea”.
| country |
O |
The country or EEZ of the observation ending location. |
Code from Countries |
e.g., FRA |
| port |
O |
The port of the observation ending location |
Code from Ports |
e.g., REREU |
| latitude |
M |
The latitude of the observation ending location. |
Decimal degrees (two decimal places) |
e.g., -20.88 |
| longitude |
M |
The longitude of the observation ending location. |
Decimal degrees (two decimal places) |
e.g., 55.53 |
| date_time_utc |
M |
The date and time of the end of observations |
YYYY-MM-DD hh:mm |
e.g., 2025-09-15 12:00 |
Observed Trip Summary
Number of fishing events
| conducted |
M |
The total number of fishing events/sets conducted by the vessel from the observation starting date to the observation ending date, regardless their catch and data collection activities. |
Integer |
e.g., tbd |
| observed |
M |
The total number of fishing sets/events monitored by the observer. In the case of EM, only processed events to be included |
Integer |
e.g., tbd |
Number of days
| searching |
M |
The number of hours/days searching during the observation period |
Integer |
e.g., tbd |
| actively_fishing |
M |
The number of active fishing hours/days during the observation period |
Integer |
e.g., tbd |
| in_fishing_area |
O |
The number of hours in the fishing area during the observation period |
Integer |
e.g., tbd |
| transiting |
O |
The number of hours transiting during the observation period |
Integer |
e.g., tbd |
| lost |
M |
The number of hours/days lost during the observation period |
Integer |
e.g., tbd |
Reasons for lost days: Record the reason(s) a vessel was unable to fish: (i) adverse weather conditions, (ii) mechanical breakdown or inoperative gear or (iii) unforeseen events (specify). Up to 4 reasons can be reported on the form.
V-INFO
This section of the form includes specific vessel information.
| observed_trip_id |
M |
The parent observed trip identifier |
Alphanumeric |
e.g., 2024-01-23/IOTCFRA001/IOTC012345/PS |
V-TRIP
This section of the form includes information about the overall fishing trip of the vessel.
| observed_trip_id |
M |
The parent observed trip identifier |
Alphanumeric |
e.g., 2024-01-23/IOTCFRA001/IOTC012345/PS |
Trip Details
Vessel departure: The name and/or geographical coordinates of the port from where the vessel sailed – also include the country. If the vessel started a new trip at sea following transhipment record ‘at-sea’ plus the geographical coordinates corresponding to the location the trip started
| country |
O |
The country or EEZ of the observation starting location |
Code from Countries |
e.g., FRA |
| port |
O |
The port of the observation starting location |
Code from Ports |
e.g., REREU |
| latitude |
M |
The latitude of the observation starting location |
Decimal degrees (two decimal places) |
e.g., -20.88 |
| longitude |
M |
The longitude of the observation starting location |
Decimal degrees (two decimal places) |
e.g., 55.53 |
| date_time_utc |
M |
The date and time the vessel departed from port |
YYYY-MM-DD hh:mm |
e.g., 2025-09-15 12:00 |
Vessel return: The name and/or geographical coordinates of the port where the vessel returned – also include the country. If the vessel arrived at a transhipment location record ‘at-sea’ plus the geographical coordinates corresponding to the location the transhipment started. If the observer disembarked before the vessel returned then record expected port of return as provided by the vessel
| country |
O |
The country or EEZ of the observation ending location |
Code from Countries |
e.g., FRA |
| port |
O |
The port of the observation ending location |
Code from Ports |
e.g., REREU |
| latitude |
M |
The latitude of the observation ending location |
Decimal degrees (two decimal places) |
e.g., -20.88 |
| longitude |
M |
The longitude of the observation ending location |
Decimal degrees (two decimal places) |
e.g., 55.53 |
| date_time_utc |
M |
The date and time the fishing vessel finishes its fishing campaign, i.e., returns to port or to a transhipment location for unloading. If is the expected date and time of arrival (ETA) if the observer disembarks before the vessel returns |
YYYY-MM-DD hh:mm |
e.g., 2025-09-15 12:00 |
V-ATTRIBUTES
This section of the reporting form describes the attributes of the vessel.
| observed_trip_id |
|
M |
The parent observed trip identifier |
Alphanumeric |
Vessel Attributes
| gross_tonnage |
O |
The vessel gross tonnage (no unit) as specified in vessel registration documents |
Float |
e.g., 2319 |
| loa_m |
O |
The vessel overall length (m) as specified in vessel registration documents |
Floats |
e.g., 84.1 |
| hull_material |
O |
The vessel hull material |
Code from Hull Material Types |
e.g., AL |
Main engines: The make (brand) and power of the main engines
| make |
O |
|
String |
e.g., MAN Energy Solutions |
| power_value |
O |
|
Float |
e.g., 5000 |
| power_unit |
O |
|
Indicates power units: kilowatts (kW), horsepower (hp), or break horsepower (bhp) |
e.g., kW |
| fish_storage_capacity_m3 |
O |
The vessel total maximum capacity to store catches (measued in cubic meters) |
Float |
e.g., 1100 |
Fish preservation methods: The fish preservation methods used by the vessel to preserve the catch, e.g., iced, frozen in brine, deep-frozen. Up to 4 different preservation methods can be reported on the form
Fish storage types: The type of structure(s) present on-board used by the vessel to store the catch. Up to 3 different storage types can be reported on the form
Autonomy range: Vessel autonomy, expressed by the time (days) a vessel can spend at sea without refuelling. If this information is not available then record vessel range expressed in cruising distance (nm). If a figure for the range cannot be obtained, the observer should calculate vessel range as follows: Vessel range (nm)> = <Vessel average cruising distance per metric ton (nm/t)> : <Tonnage of fuel carried (t)> Note: specify units (days or nautical miles)
| value |
O |
|
Float |
e.g., 30 |
| unit |
O |
The unit used to describe the value of autonomy range |
Days or nm |
e.g., days |
Vessel electronics
| gnss |
O |
Indicates whether or not one or more Global Navigation Satellite System systems (GNSS) such as the US Global Positioning System (GPS) were present on the vessel (Yes/No/Unk) |
String |
e.g., Yes |
| vms |
O |
Indicates whether or not one or more Vessel Monitoring Systems (VMS) were present on the vessel (Yes/No/Unk) |
String |
e.g., Yes |
| ais |
O |
Indicates whether or not one or more Automatic Identification Systems (AIS) were present on the vessel (Yes/No/Unk) |
String |
e.g., Yes |
| radars |
O |
Indicates whether or not one or more radars were present on the vessel (Yes/No/Unk) |
String |
e.g., Yes |
| track_plotter |
O |
Indicates whether or not one or more track plotters were present on the vessel (Yes/No/Unk) |
String |
e.g., Yes |
| depth_sounder |
O |
Indicates whether or not one or more depth sounders were present on the vessel (Yes/No/Unk) |
String |
e.g., Yes |
| Sonar |
O |
Indicates whether one or more sonars were present on the vessel (Yes/No/Unk) |
String |
e.g., Yes |
| doppler_current_meter |
O |
Indicates whether one or more doppler current meters were present on the vessel |
String |
e.g., Yes |
| xbt |
O |
Indicates whether or not one or more expendable bathythermographs (XBT) were present on the vessel |
String |
e.g., Yes |
| vhf_radios |
O |
Indicates whether or not one or more VHF radios weere present on the vessel |
String |
e.g., Yes |
| hf_radios |
O |
Indicates whether one or more HF radios were present or not on the vessel |
String |
e.g., Yes |
| satellite_comms |
O |
Indicate whether or not one or more satellite communication systems were present on the vessel |
String |
e.g., Yes |
| fis |
O |
Indicates whether or not one or more Fisheries Information Services were present on the vessel |
String |
e.g., Yes |
Waste Management Details
Waste Management Details: Up to four categories of waste and storage disposal may be reported on the form.
| category |
O |
The category of the waste produced by the vessel |
Code from Waste Categories |
e.g., CP |
| storage_disposal_method |
O |
The method used to dispose of the waste |
Code from Storage/Disposal Methods |
e.g., AS |
G-GENERAL
This section of the reporting form describes the purse seine fishing gear present on the vessel.
| observed_trip_id |
M |
The parent observed trip identifier |
Alphanumeric |
e.g., 2024-01-23/IOTCFRA001/IOTC012345/PS |
Special Equipment or Machinery
| power_block |
O |
Indicates whether or not the vessel is equipped with this technology (Yes/No/Unk) |
String |
e.g., Yes |
| purse_winch |
O |
Indicates whether or not the vessel is equipped with this technology (Yes/No/Unk) |
String |
e.g., Yes |
General Gear Attributes
Net
| value |
O |
The maximum length of the net according to the net specifications. This corresponds to the length of the topline. |
Float |
e.g., tbd |
| unit |
O |
Indicates units (m or km) |
String |
e.g., km |
| value |
O |
The maximum fishing depth according to the net specifications |
Float |
e.g., tbd |
| unit |
O |
Indicates units (m or km) |
String |
e.g., km |
Mesh size
Bunt Stretched: The stretched mesh size of the bunt section of the purse seine net (measured knot-to-knot when the mesh is pulled taut). This indicates the size of openings in the bunt where fish are concentrated during hauling
| value |
O |
The numerical measurement of the bunt stretched mesh size |
Float |
e.g., tbd |
| unit |
O |
Indicates units (mm or cm or m) |
String |
e.g., mm |
| value |
O |
The mesh average stretched lengths (knot to knot) of the mid-net. Usually calculated by measuring 3 stretched mesh lengths and calculating the average |
Float |
e.g., tbd |
| unit |
O |
Indicate units (mm or cm or m) |
String |
e.g., mm |
Maximum Brail Capacity: the maximum brailing capacity for the purse seine net
| value_mt |
O |
The maximum weight capacity of a full brail in metric tonnes (mt) |
Float |
e.g., tbd |
E-SET
This section describes details of each of the setting operations within the fishing trip.
Setting Operations
| observed_trip_id |
M |
The parent observed trip identifier |
Alphanumeric |
e.g., 2024-01-23/IOTCFRA001/IOTC012345/PS |
| set_id |
M |
The unique four-digit numerical code for each fishing set, beginning with 0001 and assigned consecutively from the first to the last line set of the observed trip |
4-digit number |
e.g, 0007 |
Start setting: Details on the start of setting operations
| date_time_utc |
M |
The date and the time in GMT/UTC the first dhan buoy and / or radio buoy is deployed to start the setting of the line |
YYYY-MM-DD hh:mm |
e.g., 2025-09-15 12:00 |
| latitude |
M |
The latitude of the position at the start of the setting operation |
Decimal degrees (two decimal places) |
e.g., -20.88 |
| longitude |
M |
The longitude of the position at the start of the setting operation |
Decimal degrees (two decimal places) |
e.g., 55.53 |
School Sighting Cues: Report up to the first four cues which lead the vessel to detect the presence of the tuna school
| cue_1 |
O |
School sighting cues which lead the vessel to detect the presence of the tuna school. Up to four cues may be reported on the form |
Code from Sighting Cues |
e.g., AF |
| school_types |
M |
The type of tuna school encountered |
Code from School Types |
e.g., FS |
| first_detection_method |
O |
How the vessel first detects the tuna school, floating object or birds. If more than one method, this field only indicates what first made the vessel change course. |
Code from Detection Methods |
e.g., AS |
| school_size_t |
O |
Provides an estimation of the size of the tuna school being targeted (in tonnes). This information can be requested from the bridge officers |
Float |
e.g., tbd |
| date_time_net_pursed_utc |
O |
The time (hh:mm) when the net is fully pursed. All rings are up. |
YYYY-MM-DD hh:mm |
e.g., 2025-09-15 12:00 |
Brailing
| date_time_start_utc |
O |
The time that brailing starts (hh:mm) |
YYYY-MM-DD hh:mm |
e.g., 2025-09-15 12:00 |
| date_time_end_utc |
O |
The time that brailing ends (hh:mm) |
YYYY-MM-DD hh:mm |
e.g., 2025-09-15 14:00 |
| date_time_skiff_onboard_utc |
M |
The time when the skiff comes on board and the set is over (hh:mm) |
YYYY-MM-DD hh:mm |
e.g., 2025-09-15 12:00 |
| maximum_closing_net_depth_m |
O |
The real, measured, closed net depth (m). Only record if depth gauge is used. Use information from middle gauge if more than one gauge is present |
Float |
e.g., tbd |
Object details
| buoy_id |
O |
For every activity involving artificial or a natural FADs equipped with a buoy report BUOY ID (i.e. Buoy marking or any information allowing identifying the owner) |
Alphanumeric |
e.g., tbd |
FAD equipped with artificial lights Characterizes artificial lights on the FAD
| at_deploy |
O |
Indicates whether or not artificial lights were present at this time (Yes/No) |
String |
e.g., Yes |
| on_retrieval |
O |
Indicates whether or not artificial lights were present at this time (Yes/No) |
String |
e.g., Yes |
FAD design: Characterizes FAD design using fields of current version of reporting forms on activities with FOBs and instrumented buoys
E-SET-CETACEANS
Within each purse seine fishing trip, this section outlines the cetacean sightings prior to and during each of the setting operations.
| observed_trip_id |
M |
The parent observed trip identifier |
Alphanumeric |
e.g., 2024-01-23/IOTCFRA001/IOTC012345/PS |
| set_id |
M |
The unique four-digit numerical code for each fishing set, beginning with 0001 and assigned consecutively from the first to the last line set of the observed trip |
4-digit number |
e.g, 0007 |
Cetacean and Whale Shark Sightings During Setting
| sighting_before_setting |
M |
Indicates whether or not a sighting occurred before setting (Yes/No). If a sighting occurred after, consider as “No” |
String |
e.g., Yes |
| species |
M |
The species code for the sighted specimen/s |
Code from Cetacean Species |
e.g., BAW |
| number_sighted |
M |
The number of cetaceans sighted |
Integer |
e.g., 15 |
| caught_inside_net |
M |
Indicates whether or not any individuals where caught inside the net (Yes/No) |
String |
e.g., Yes |
E-SET-CATCHES
This section of the form is for the reporting the details of a subsample of the catch for each set.
| observed_trip_id |
M |
The parent observed trip identifier |
Alphanumeric |
e.g., 2024-01-23/IOTCFRA001/IOTC012345/PS |
| set_id |
M |
The parent set identifier |
4-digit number |
e.g, 0007 |
| catch_id |
M |
Unique within a specific set |
Alphanumeric |
e.g., tbd |
Catch Details
| species |
M |
The species code for each specimen observed. If species FAO code is not available, record the species scientific name |
Code from All Species |
e.g., ABL |
Fate: The fate which includes whether it was retained or discarded and the reason
| sampling_method |
M |
The sampling method used to obtain total catch estimates per species for the catch detail |
Code from Sampling Methods for Catch Estimation |
e.g., EP |
| number_of_fish |
M |
Record the numbers of individuals observed/caught by species and fate (including if recording at an individual animal level) |
Integer |
|
Weight: The catch weight corresponding to the specified product type recorded in ‘weight code’. If the fish has not been processed, record the unprocessed weight.
| processing_type |
M |
The type of processing the species underwent prior to weighing |
Code from Fish Processing Types |
e.g., DR |
| value |
M |
|
Float |
e.g., tbd |
| unit |
M |
Indicates units (kg or t) |
String |
e.g., kg |
| estimation_method |
M |
The weight estimation method used to obtain the weight |
Code from Total Catch Estimation |
e.g., EP |
E-CATCH-SPECIMENS
In this section, the form outlines fields for specimens details from a proportion of catch from one of the sets from the fishing trip.
| observed_trip_id |
M |
The parent observed trip identifier |
Alphanumeric |
e.g., 2024-01-23/IOTCFRA001/IOTC012345/PS |
| set_id |
M |
The parent set identifier |
4-digit number |
e.g, 0007 |
| catch_id |
M |
Unique within a specific set |
Alphanumeric |
e.g., tbd |
| specimen_id |
M |
|
Alphanumeric |
e.g., tbd |
| sampling_method |
M |
The sampling method used for the collection of biometric information on specimens |
Code from Biological Sampling Method |
e.g., ES |
Length
| type |
M |
The length code used for the measurement. Up to two lengths may be reported on the form |
Code from Length Measurements |
e.g., CF |
| value (cm) |
M |
The length corresponding to the length type taken rounded to the lower centimetre |
Float |
e.g., tbd |
| measuring_tool |
M |
The tool code used for the measurement |
Code from Length Measurement Tools |
e.g., CA |
| is_straight |
M |
Indicates if true (Yes/No) |
String |
e.g., Yes |
Weight: The specimen’s weight corresponding to the specified product type recorded in ‘weight code’. If the fish has not been processed, record the unprocessed weight.
| processing_type |
O |
The type of processing the specimen underwent prior to weighing |
Code from Weight Measurements |
e.g., GG |
| value_kg |
O |
The weight (in kg) corresponding to the length type code |
Float |
e.g., tbd |
| weight_measurement_tool |
O |
The weight estimation method used to obtain the weight |
Code from Weight Measurement Tools |
e.g., BR |
| Sex |
O |
The sex of the sampled fish specimen |
Code from Sex |
e.g., F |
Maturity: The stage of maturity of the specimen according to standard maturity scales approved by the IOTC.
| Scale |
O |
|
Code list being developed |
|
| Stage |
O |
|
Code list being developed |
|
Sample collected: The details on the collection of samples: a) type (e.g. otoliths, spine clippings, and genetic samples) b) preservation method (e.g. alcohol, frozen, etc.), and c) destination (i.e., location to be sent/stored).
| type |
O |
|
Code list being developed |
|
| preservation_method |
O |
|
Code list being developed |
|
| destination |
O |
|
Code list being developed |
|
Depredation details
| depredation_source |
O |
For depredated specimens/or catch, this indicates the depredation source based on depredation scar characteristics. For non-depredated specimens record NA |
Code from Depredation Sources |
e.g., BA |
| observed_predator |
O |
For depredated specimens/or catch, this indicates the predator species directly observed and identified. If the predator was not observed record UNK (unknown). For non-depredated specimens record NA |
Code from Predator Species |
e.g., AG15 |
E-SET-CATCHES-SPECIMEN-SSI
This section of the ROS form is for the reporting of catches of species of special interest. As defined by IOTC in the WPDCS14 report, this includes (1) all marine turtles, (2) all cetaceans, (3) all seabirds, (4) designated shark species, and more specifically those species subject to a retention ban (i.e., whale sharks, oceanic whitetip shark, and thresher sharks), (5) designated billfish species, and more specifically those included in Res. 18/05 (i.e., striped marlin, black marlin, blue marlin, and Indo-Pacific sailfish), and all mobulid rays.
| observed_trip_id |
M |
The parent observed trip identifier |
Alphanumeric |
e.g., 2024-01-23/IOTCFRA001/IOTC012345/PS |
| set_id |
M |
The parent set identifier |
4-digit number |
e.g, 0007 |
| catch_id |
M |
Unique within a specific set |
Alphanumeric |
e.g., tbd |
| specimen_id |
M |
|
Alphanumeric |
e.g., tbd |
Specimen details SSI
| condition_at_capture |
M |
The condition of the specimen at capture |
Code from Individual Conditions |
e.g., A0 |
| condition_at_release |
M |
The condition of the specimen at the time of release |
Code from Individual Conditions |
e.g., A0 |
| gear_interaction |
M |
The type of interaction of the specimen with the fishing gear. In the case of difficulty to collect this information, use the code “UNK” |
Code from Gear Interactions |
e.g., EF |
| brought_onboard |
O |
Indicates if the specimen was brought on board (Yes/No) |
String |
e.g., Yes |
| handling_method |
O |
Details how the specimen was brought on-board |
Code from Handling Methods |
e.g., AN |
| revival |
O |
Indicates whether or not the release took place with resuscitation for turtles (Yes/No/Unk) |
String |
e.g., Yes |
| photo_id |
O |
The unique identifier of the photo taken of a specimen |
Alphanumeric code |
e.g., Doe_Hawwa_20260302_1435_hawksbill.png |
| depredation_source |
O |
For depredated specimens/or catch, this indicates the depredation source based on depredation scar characteristics. For non-depredated specimens record NA |
Code from Depredation Sources |
e.g., BA |
| observed_predator |
O |
For depredated specimens/or catch, this indicates the predator species directly observed and identified. If the predator was not observed record UNK (unknown). For non-depredated specimens record NA |
Code from Predator Species |
e.g., AG15 |
E-SET-TAG-DETAILS
| observed_trip_id |
M |
The parent observed trip identifier |
Alphanumeric |
e.g., 2024-01-23/IOTCFRA001/IOTC012345/PS |
| set_id |
M |
The parent set identifier |
4-digit number |
e.g, 0007 |
| catch_id |
M |
Unique within a specific set |
Alphanumeric |
e.g., tbd |
| specimen_id |
M |
|
Alphanumeric |
e.g., tbd |
Tag details
| release |
O |
Indicates whether or not the individual was re-released with a tag attached (Yes/No/Unk) |
String |
e.g., No |
| recovery |
O |
Indicates whether or not the individual was recovered with a tag attached (Yes/No/Unk) |
String |
e.g., Yes |
| type |
O |
The type of tag used |
Code from Tag Types |
e.g., CP |
| tag_number |
O |
The tag identifier(s) |
Alphanumeric |
e.g., tbd |
| finder_name |
O |
the full name of the person who found the tag |
String |
e.g., Jane Doe |
| finder_contact_details |
O |
the contact details of the person who found the tag |
String |
e.g., (650) 214-6369 | jane.doe@fishing.org |
D-ACTIVITIES
This section of the reporting form describes the activities conducted throughout the fishing trip
| observed_trip_id |
M |
The parent observed trip identifier |
Alphanumeric |
e.g., 2024-01-23/IOTCFRA001/IOTC012345/PS |
Daily activities
| date_time_utc |
O |
The date and time of the activity |
YYYY-MM-DD hh:mm |
e.g., 2025-09-15 12:00 |
| latitude |
O |
The latitude of the activity location |
Decimal degrees (two decimal places) |
e.g., -20.88 |
| longitude |
O |
The longitude of the activity location |
Decimal degrees (two decimal places) |
e.g., 55.53 |
| activity_type |
O |
Record vessel activity at the start of every fishing activity and every two hours from sunrise to sunset |
Code from Surface Fishery Activities |
e.g., BA |
| Comments |
O |
|
Free entry. Plain text |
|
Reporting deadlines
- Surface fisheries: 30 June (final)
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