Radio Interview on RTS’s La Matinale
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Sardines: A Victim of Their Own Success
Small but Mighty: A Little Star on Our Plates.
On Monday, June 8, Lucie Aulus-Giacosa had the pleasure of joining La Matinale, RTS's morning radio programme, to discuss a topic that is particularly close to her passion as a biologist and member of the Swiss Cetacean Society (SCS): sardine consumption and its impact on marine ecosystems.
An excerpt from the interview is available here: La Matinale – RTS Play (de 14’38 à 16’21).
Sardines are becoming increasingly common on our plates.During this discussion, the essential ecological role of sardines within marine food webs was explored. As a key species in the functioning of marine ecosystems, sardines provide an important food source for many marine predators, including fish, seabirds, and certain marine mammals. Poorly regulated fishing pressure can therefore have cascading effects on the delicate balance of these ecosystems.
The Sardine Run: A Spectacular Natural Migration PhenomenonLucie also emphasized the importance of considering sardines not only as a fisheries resource, but as a fundamental link in ocean biodiversity, whose management must be guided by an ecosystem-based and sustainable approach.
The Swiss Cetacean Society-SCS would like to warmly thank RTS journalist Alexandra Richard for this invitation and for providing an opportunity to share insights on important scientific and environmental issues.
These spaces for dialogue are essential to strengthening the connection between scientific research, the media, and public awareness of marine conservation challenges.
Lausanne, June 9 2026
Blog written by : Lucie Aulus-Giacosa / SCS
