# A method for detecting dead fish on large water surfaces based on improved YOLOv10

arXiv: https://arxiv.org/abs/2409.00388 · HTML: https://mlsanity.com/paper/2409.00388/

## Key facts

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- First posted on arXiv 31 Aug 2024.

## Builds on (most cited first, 14 of 14)

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- [YOLOv10: Real-Time End-to-End Object Detection](https://mlsanity.com/paper/2405.14458/) (2024)
- [YOLOv9: Learning What You Want to Learn Using Programmable Gradient Information](https://mlsanity.com/paper/2402.13616/) (2024)
- [Run, Don't Walk: Chasing Higher FLOPS for Faster Neural Networks](https://mlsanity.com/paper/2303.03667/) (2023)
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## Abstract (arXiv)

Dead fish frequently appear on the water surface due to various factors. If not promptly detected and removed, these dead fish can cause significant issues such as water quality deterioration, ecosystem damage, and disease transmission. Consequently, it is imperative to develop rapid and effective detection methods to mitigate these challenges. Conventional methods for detecting dead fish are often constrained by manpower and time limitations, struggling to effectively manage the intricacies of aquatic environments. This paper proposes an end-to-end detection model built upon an enhanced YOLOv10 framework, designed specifically to swiftly and precisely detect deceased fish across extensive water surfaces.Key enhancements include: (1) Replacing YOLOv10's backbone network with FasterNet to reduce model complexity while maintaining high detection accuracy; (2) Improving feature fusion in the Neck section through enhanced connectivity methods and replacing the original C2f module with CSPStage modules; (3) Adding a compact target detection head to enhance the detection performance of smaller objects. Experimental results demonstrate significant improvements in P(precision), R(recall), and AP(average precision) compared to the baseline model YOLOv10n. Furthermore, our model outperforms other models in the YOLO series by significantly reducing model size and parameter count, while sustaining high inference speed and achieving optimal AP performance. The model facilitates rapid and accurate detection of dead fish in large-scale aquaculture systems. Finally, through ablation experiments, we systematically analyze and assess the contribution of each model component to the overall system performance.