An exceptional influx of sardines has flooded the Béjaïa coastline in Algeria, leading to a significant drop in prices. The abundance is impacting the main port and structures in Tala Guilef and Béni Ksila. Sardines are now selling for just 100 Algerian dinars (DA) per kilogram, a remarkably low price. This dramatic price decrease is a direct result of the unusually large catch. The influx impacts local fisheries and consumers benefit from the reduced cost of the popular fish. This event highlights the cyclical nature of fish populations and the impact of environmental factors on local economies.