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ABSTRACT One of the fishing gears that is widely used in catching pelagic fish in the Banda Sea is purse seine. Water characteristics in several areas of Banda Sea, that is influenced by local conditions, are allegedly to have an impact on catches. Objective of this study was to identify fish types of purse seines catch in four quadrants of Banda Sea fishing grounds. Research data consisted of coordinates, quantity, and catches types in each fishing ground. Data were obtained through observer activities on fishing vessels from 2022 to 2023. Catch composition was analyzed based on fish caught types. The results showed that the dominant catch in all quadrants was mackerel (Decapterus macrosoma). Catch types diversity in each quadrant did not differ significantly, but the highest number of species was in quadrant 3. Overall, the selectivity of purse seine is still quite low, as indicated by the large number of fish species caught (19 species). This issue deserves attention and a solution through research or innovation to improve the technical selectivity of fishing gear. Also, research is needed on fishery resources condition in each quadrant and seasonal catches as a basis for future purse seine fishery management in the Banda Sea and Fisheries Management Area 714.