Taitung Awards NT$200,000 for First Black Tuna Catch Over 175kg
Taitung County is offering a NT$200,000 reward for the first black tuna caught weighing over 175kg. The 'Sheng Tai Feng Hao' fishing boat secured this year's 'First Tuna' title with a catch exceeding the threshold. The tuna will be auctioned on May 4th. A previous catch by the 'Nan Xing Hao' did not meet the weight requirement.
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Taitung County Government is offering a reward of NT$200,000 to the fishing boat that catches the first black tuna weighing over 175kg, as a way to acknowledge the hard work of fishermen. The 'Sheng Tai Feng Hao' fishing boat successfully claimed this year's 'First Tuna' title. To be eligible for the reward, fishing boats must be registered in Taitung, possess legal fishing qualifications, catch the tuna within Taiwan's coastal waters, meet the weight and live fish requirements, and complete the necessary reporting and auction procedures. On April 28th, the 'Nan Xing Hao' caught a live black tuna weighing 155kg, which fell short of the 175kg threshold. Today, the 'Sheng Tai Feng Hao' brought good news to Xin'gang Fishing Harbor with a catch that met all requirements, including being a live fish upon hook-up. Captain Chen Wu-sheng attributed the success to accumulated experience and judgment, in addition to luck. The Xin'gang District Fishermen's Association stated that the exact weight of the winning tuna will be kept confidential until the auction on May 4th, which will be presided over by Taitung County Magistrate Rao Ching-ling.
FAQ
What is the reward for catching the first black tuna in Taitung?
Taitung County is offering a NT$200,000 reward for the first black tuna caught weighing over 175kg.
Which fishing boat caught this year's 'First Tuna'?
The 'Sheng Tai Feng Hao' fishing boat secured the title this year.
What were the requirements for the 'First Tuna' award?
Boats had to be registered in Taitung, have legal qualifications, catch the tuna in Taiwanese waters, meet the weight (over 175kg) and live fish criteria, and follow reporting/auction procedures.
Was there another notable catch before this one?
Yes, the 'Nan Xing Hao' caught a live black tuna weighing 155kg, but it did not meet the 175kg requirement.
When and where will the winning tuna be auctioned?
The winning tuna will be auctioned on May 4th at the Xin'gang Fishing Harbor.