Characterization of Some Selected Morphometric and Meristic Features of Commonly Occurring Fish Species from Mirkarwada Landing Centre, Ratnagiri
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Morphometric traits, Meristic analysis, Marine biodiversity, Condition factorAbstract
This study investigates the morphometric and meristic traits of six commercially important fish species from the Mirkarwada Fish Landing Centre, located along the Konkan coast of Maharashtra. Morphometric data (such as length and weight) and meristic traits (such as fin ray counts and scale types) were analyzed to assess the ecological health and biological fitness of these species. Notable species-specific variations were observed in both traits, including the high meristic counts in Solea solea (Sole fish) and the exceptional condition factor (K) of Parasatromateus niger (Black Pomfret), which reflects its ecological fitness. This study underscores the significance of morphometric and meristic studies in promoting sustainable fisheries management and biodiversity conservation.
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