September 25, part of the Albacore’s crew was trained to conduct a sampling program implemented in collaboration with the SFA (Seychelles Fishing Authority, Seychelles) and IRD (Institut de Recherche pour le Developpement, France). It is important for the fishermen to participate in such campaign, and that professionals are involved in scientific procedures. Their knowledge of the resource and their environment is unique and irreplaceable because it is based on years spent at sea to observe and “co-habit” with resources. It is unthinkable that the acquisition of data does not integrate the knowledge they have acquired after spending so much time at sea. This way, the huge empirical knowledge of fishermen is made available for scientists who have the capacity to analyze and read scientifically those data to produce scientific results and recommendations.

An incredible fishing trip for Albacore! Here are some  nice shots, combined with joy & proudness...