Modeling CPUE of the banana jellyfish (Catostylus perezi Ranson, 1945) using ensemble methods (GAM, RF, NN) and its association with physicochemical parameters in the northern Oman Sea

This study establishes the first scientific baseline for the banana jellyfish fishery in the northern Oman Sea by analyzing seasonal catch data and employing a superior ensemble model of GAM, RF, and NN to demonstrate that CPUE is significantly driven by physicochemical parameters, particularly temperature, pH, and dissolved oxygen, thereby highlighting the need for specialized stock assessment frameworks to ensure sustainable management.

Original authors: Mastooreh Doustdar, Seyed Ahmadreza Hashemi, Elmira Erfanifar, Paria Akbary