During the program, the delegation reviewed the SPEECTRA site and received detailed explanations of the six SPEECTRA models, each designed to demonstrate practical approaches to habitat conservation, stock enhancement, and community-based management in swamp and floodplain ecosystems around Patra Tani. IFRDMD staff explained how each model is tested, how it can be applied under real field conditions, and how local communities can participate in managing and protecting fish habitats. The participants also visited the fish hatchery ponds, where breeding and rearing activities are conducted to support restocking and the conservation of important freshwater species. In addition, they observed a collection of live fish and preserved specimens representing species that inhabit the Musi River and its connected wetlands.
The visit also highlighted that SPEECTRA activities have begun contributing to the enrichment of fish stocks in the surrounding waters, helping maintain biodiversity and improve the availability of fish resources for local fishers. Overall, the visit provided a clearer understanding of the technical aspects and local context of SPEECTRA implementation in Patra Tani Village. It further emphasized the initiative’s potential as a model that can be shared, adapted, and replicated in other inland water bodies across the ASEAN region to support sustainable fisheries development and enhance the livelihoods of fishing communities.