scholarly journals Reproductive Phenology and Size Structure Characteristics of Hypseleotris agilis (Herre, 1927) in Lake Mainit, Philippines

2020 ◽  
Vol 80 ◽  
pp. 35-42
Author(s):  
Joycelyn C. Jumawan ◽  
Paula Marie Hidalgo ◽  
Romell A. Seronay
Keyword(s):  
Native Species ◽  
Condition Factor ◽  
Size Structure ◽  
Gonadosomatic Index ◽  
Reproductive Phenology ◽  
Hepatosomatic Index ◽  
Fishery Resource ◽  
Gravid Females ◽  
Management And Conservation

Hypseleotris agilis locally known as Bugwan is a native species and one of the most abundant fishes of commercial value in Lake Mainit, Philippines. A total of 1,584 H. agilis from Lake Mainit near the mouth of Kalinawan and Puyo River were caught from May 2018 to February 2019 to determine the length-weight relationship (LWR), condition factor (K), gonadosomatic index (GSI) and hepatosomatic index (HSI) of this species. Positive allometric growth was observed for both sexes (b>3). Sex ratio indicated the dominance of males over females as much as 58.7%. The number of ripe males and gravid females was observed throughout the months of the collection, which indicates the ability of the fish species to spawn continuously throughout the year. Determination of GSI in both sexes showed higher values during November (males) and December (females). However, HSI values were relatively low during the spawning season, which would indicate the usage of energy for gonadal maturation. The K factor showed high values during the peak spawning months, directly proportional to GSI values. This study provides updated information for management and conservation of this important fishery resource in Lake Mainit.

scholarly journals Some biological characteristics of the smooth blaasop puffer fish Lagocephalus inermis (Temminck and Schlegel, 1850), from south-eastern Arabian Sea

2020 ◽  
Vol 67 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Purbali Saha ◽  
Sujitha Thomas
Keyword(s):  
Sex Ratio ◽  
Arabian Sea ◽  
Condition Factor ◽  
Gonadosomatic Index ◽  
Hepatosomatic Index ◽  
Fishery Resource ◽  
South Eastern ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Eastern Arabian Sea ◽  
Puffer Fish

Length-weight relationship (LWR), condition factor, sex ratio, gonadosomatic index (GSI) hepatosomatic index (HSI) of the smooth blaasop puffer fish Lagocephalus inermis (Temminck and Schlegel, 1850), an emerging fishery resource along south-eastern Arabian Sea were studied from 1,722 samples collected during August 2017-May 2019 from Mangalore Fishing Harbour, Karnataka, India. LWR indicated negative allometric growth [W = 0.034805L2.76 (males); W = 0.033574L2.78 (females), W = 0.033979L2.77 (pooled)] and significant difference was observed in the b value of the fishes. Sex ratio was 1:1.08. The ratio was unusually high during post-monsoon and Chi-square test revealed that the monthly sex ratio did not vary significantly throughout the year except for December and January (p<0.01). Condition factor (K) and relative condition factor (Kn ) also were not significantly different between sexes. Two peak spawning seasons were identified - NovemberFebruary and August. The GSI was highest in August (female = 8.08 and male = 5.82) and lowest in May (female = 3.32 and male = 3.49). The HSI value was found to be inversely related to GSI and was highest in May (5.21) and lowest in August (3.99). These parameters are essential pre-requisites for stock assessment and sustainable management of the fishery resource.

scholarly journals Invasive non-native species of fish in upper Paraná river Basin, Brazil: variations of caloric content in Cichla kelberi

2012 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 401-408 ◽  
Author(s):  
Luis Alberto Espínola ◽  
Horácio Ferreira Júlio Junior ◽  
Evanilde Benedito
Keyword(s):  
Native Species ◽  
Condition Factor ◽  
Gonadosomatic Index ◽  
Reproductive Period ◽  
Paraná River ◽  
Caloric Content ◽  
Fish Food ◽  
Gonadal Maturation ◽  
Parana River ◽  
Upper Paraná River

The allocation of assimilated energy may be influenced by seasonal changes, growth, and reproductive cycle of fish, food consumption and environmental conditions. The objective of this research was to evaluate the energetic variations of Cichla kelberi in the upper Paraná River floodplain, analyzing the caloric content in muscles, gonadosomatic index (GSI), and the condition factor between assessed systems, sex, and stage of gonadal maturation. The results obtained in the present study permit assuring that this is a species that efficiently converts the resources of the environment into energy. Although presenting higher condition factor in the environment where there is a greater ease in getting food (Paraná subsystem), the energy identified in the muscles was the same in both subsystems. During the process of gonadal maturation there is optimization in energy accumulation in the muscles of females, before and after reproductive period, and somatic growth occurs significantly when the individual is not reproducing. Further detailed studies on ecological mechanisms influencing the success of the species, as the presence of competitors and preference for native preys, are needed to implement effective management measures aimed at preventing that the species proliferation in the environment is even more damaging to local biodiversity.

scholarly journals Seasonal variations in the population biology of Salmostoma bacaila (Cyprinidae) from a tributary of the Payra River, Bangladesh

2019 ◽  
pp. 113-119
Author(s):  
Ahamed Ahamed ◽  
Faruque Ahmed Zoarder ◽  
Jun Ohtomi
Keyword(s):  
Sex Ratio ◽  
Seasonal Variations ◽  
Population Biology ◽  
Sexual Maturity ◽  
Condition Factor ◽  
Gonadosomatic Index ◽  
Spawning Season ◽  
Frequency Distributions ◽  
Size At Sexual Maturity ◽  
Management And Conservation

Some biological parameters of Salmostoma bacaila – including sex ratio, length-frequency distributions (LFDs), size at sexual maturity, spawning season, length-weight relationships (LWRs) and condition factor – were studied. Samples were collected seasonally during June 2017 to May 2018 from a tributary of the Payra River. The overall sex ratio was significantly different from the expected value of 1:1 (p < 0.001), in favour of male specimens. Females were significantly larger than males. Size at sexual maturity was estimated at 7.6~7.7 cm total length. Seasonal variations in the gonadosomatic index (GSI) indicate that the main spawning season is from spring to summer. The LWRs showed negative allometric growth in both sexes, but with clear seasonal variation. Fulton’s condition factor varied in both sexes and was attributed to variations in GSI with maturity. The fin¬dings of this study will be helpful for management and conservation of S. bacaila populations.

Sexual Maturity, Spawning Periodicity and Fecundity of Obtuse Barracuda Sphyraena obtusata (Cuvier, 1829) along Karnataka Coast, Southeastern Arabian Sea

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
M.M. Meshram ◽  
Mridula Rajesh ◽  
K.M. Rajesh ◽  
N.K. Suyan
Keyword(s):  
Gonadosomatic Index ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Gravimetric Method ◽  
Reproductive Traits ◽  
Breeding Period ◽  
Southeastern Arabian Sea ◽  
Spawning Periodicity ◽  
Gravid Females ◽  
First Maturity ◽  
Management And Conservation

Background: The success or failure of spawning in any population affects the fishery. Hence, studies on spawning, maturation, fecundity and length at first maturity become essential in drafting management strategies. The detailed information on reproductive traits of Sphyraena obtusata will be helpful in sustainable management and conservation in the study area. Methods: Three hundred and fifty five specimens of S. obtusata were collected fortnightly from Mangaluru and Malpe fishing harbors during August 2019 to March 2020. Maturity of gonads was examined by macroscopic and histological investigations. Spawning periodicity was worked out based on maturity stages and seasonal gonadosomatic index. Gravimetric method of analysis was employed to evaluate the fecundity from randomly collected samples of gravid females. Result: Overall sex ratio revealed that the population had significantly higher (p less than 0.05, X2 test) proportion of females than males. The length at 50% maturity (Lm50) for females and males was estimated at 21.1 and 21.5 cm respectively. The gonadosomatic index (GSI) and the availability of matured individuals for both the sexes in various percentage indicated a prolonged breeding period from October to March with peaks in November and December. The absolute fecundity varied from 91,942 eggs (20.0 cm TL) to 1,34,445 eggs (27.0 cm TL) with an average of 1,12,878 ± 2,984 hydrated oocytes per female.

Reproductive cycle of the blue jack mackerel, Trachurus picturatus (Bowdich, 1825), off the Portuguese continental coast

2019 ◽  
Vol 32 ◽  
pp. 14
Author(s):  
Ana Maria Costa
Keyword(s):  
Sex Ratio ◽  
Reproductive Biology ◽  
Condition Factor ◽  
Stock Assessment ◽  
Gonadosomatic Index ◽  
Biological Information ◽  
Hepatosomatic Index ◽  
Jack Mackerel ◽  
First Time ◽  
Monthly Variations

This work provides for the first time a description of the reproductive biology of Trachurus picturatus in Portuguese continental waters (between 41° 49′ and 36° 57′ latitude North). From January 2010 to December 2016 a total of 7409 individuals were sampled from bottom trawlers operating on the northwestern coast of Portugal. The observed sex ratio was 0.56 in favor of the females. Monthly variations in gonadosomatic index, proportion of actively spawning individuals, hepatosomatic index and Fulton′s condition factor were analyzed. More than 60% of spawning individuals were recorded in the first quarter, corresponding to the highest values of GSI, and Fulton's K and hepatosomatic index increased after the start of spawning. The morphometric relationships between total length and gutted weight showed significant correlations (high determination coefficient, r2 > 0.9) and isometric growth (b = 3) for both sexes. Results indicate that the spawning season of T. picturatus starts in December and extends until April–May, with a peak in March, which agrees with what has been indicated by other authors for the northeast Atlantic. This work provides important biological information on a species that although not subject to stock assessment is currently the 5th species landed by weight in Portuguese continental waters.

scholarly journals The length-weight relationship, condition factor and reproductive biology of Pseudotolithus (p) senegalensis (valenciennes, 1833) (croakers), in Tombo western rural district of Sierra Leone

2014 ◽  
Vol 14 (66) ◽  
pp. 9376-9389
Author(s):  
JO Olapade ◽  
◽  
S Tarawallie
Keyword(s):  
Sex Ratio ◽  
Sierra Leone ◽  
Reproductive Biology ◽  
Condition Factor ◽  
Gonadosomatic Index ◽  
Hepatosomatic Index ◽  
Allometric Growth ◽  
Spawning Period ◽  
Weight Relationship ◽  
Spawning Behaviour

The length – weight relationship (LWR), condition factor (K), sex ratio, gonadosomatic index (G S I) and hepatosomatic index (H S I) of 412 specimens of Pseudotolithu s s enegalensis (Valenciennes, 1833) from Tombo , a coastal fishing community in the western rural district of Sierra Leone were studied for twelve months . Samples used for the study were collected from the catches of artisanal fishers and measurement s of length and weight of samples were done in situ using the facilities of the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources. Samples for the reproductive study were preserved in an ice box and taken to the laboratory of the Department of Aquaculture and Fisheries Management, Njala University , Sierra Leone for analysis. The parameters "a" and "b" of the length - weight relationship were estimated using the equation described by Ricker ( W = aL b ) while the condition factor was calculated using Fulton`s equation (K = W1 00 / L 3 ) . The reproductive biology of the fish was estimated using Gonadosomatic index ( GSI ) and Hepatosomatic index ( H S I ) . The combined LWR for both sexes showed that a, b and r values were – 2.57 , 3. 3 5 and 0. 899 , respectively. The r – values obtained show a strong linear relationship between the length and weight of the species. The length - weight relationship indicated allometric growth for P . senegalensis in the study area. The condition factor (K) varied from 0.64 – 1.0 ; this may be attributed to environmental conditions of the water . The species clearly exhibited a positive allometric growth pattern ( tα ( 2) , 0.05, 411 > 1.965) . The sex ratio of males to females was 1:1. 15 and was not significantly different from the expected 1:1 ratio. Estimation of GSI and HSI was carried out from December, 2010 to May, 2011 to determine the spawning behaviour of P. senegalensis . The mean GSI obtained indicate d that March and April , respectively are the two peak spawning period for the species . Gonado somatic index ranged between 1.1 % and 2.8% for the females. The results of this study revealed that P. senegalensis doe s not have obligatory spawning month but exhibit multiple spawning behaviour. T he length - w eight relationships and condition factor of the study indicated that the fish were thriving very well in the coastal water of Sierra Leone. Sustainable management of the species , therefore , require s that the environment be protected against anthropogenic pollution and imposition of closed fishing season especially during the t wo peak spawning period is recommended to enable the species recruit effectively.

Determination of Condition Factor (CF) and Hepatosomatic Index (HSI) of Barbonymus schwanenfeldii from Galas River, Kelantan

2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 55-57
Author(s):  
Norsakinah Sabarudin ◽  
Nor Shahirul Umirah Idris ◽  
Nurul Syazana Abdul Halim
Keyword(s):  
Condition Factor ◽  
Fish Habitat ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Hepatosomatic Index ◽  
Fish Health ◽  
Habitat Condition ◽  
K Value ◽  
Aquatic Food Chain ◽  
Aquatic Food

The rapid growth of agriculture and industrial activities has resulted in decreasing of water qualityin the aquatic ecosystem, which is significantly hazardous for fish health. Fish are commonlysituated at the top of aquatic food chain is known to be nutritious with essential proteins. Thepurpose of this study is to determine the condition factor and hepatosomatic index of Barbonymusschwanenfeldii from Galas River, Kelantan. The sizes of slaughtered fish ranging from 319 ± 0.05to 456 ± 1.32 g in weight while 28 ± 0.34 to 36 ± 1.42 cm in total length. From a sample size of 40specimens, the average of K value was 1.15 ± 0.21 and 2.31 ± 0.13 of HSI value. Thus, the resultsrevealed that the fish species was in a poor condition. Refer to the matter; the condition of studyarea is not suitable for fish habitat. Condition factor of fishes is important biological parameterwhich can provides information on fish well-being. The condition factor and hepatosomatic indexcompares the well-being of a fish is based on the hypothesis that heavier fish of a given length arein a better condition.

Size structure, sex ratio, and condition factor of the pink shrimp Penaeus (Farfantepenaeus) notialis Pérez Farfante, 1967 (Decapoda: Dendrobranchiata: Penaeidae) in the Colombian Caribbean

2019 ◽  
Vol 40 (2) ◽  
pp. 172-175
Author(s):  
Argiro Ramírez ◽  
Jorge Paramo
Keyword(s):  
Sex Ratio ◽  
Condition Factor ◽  
Size Structure ◽  
Conservation Strategies ◽  
Pink Shrimp ◽  
Allometric Growth ◽  
Total Length ◽  
Length Relationship ◽  
Sustainable Fishery ◽  
Management And Conservation

Abstract We determined size structure, sex ratio, and condition factor for the pink shrimp, Penaeus notialisPérez Farfante, 1967 in the Caribbean coast of Colombia, information essential for the design of management and conservation strategies to ensure a sustainable fishery. Total length (TL; ± 0.01 mm) ranged from 79.47 to 192.80 mm TL (mean 148.21 ± 17.75) for females and 79.00–181.83 mm TL (mean 122.52 mm ± 12.55) for males. Statistically significant differences (P &lt; 0.01) in size and weight (± 0.1 mg) between sexes were found year-round; males were smaller and weighed less than females. The sex ratio showed significant differences (P &lt; 0.01) between the total number of females and males per total length class when compared with a 50% sex ratio. The monthly sex ratio showed significant differences between the number of females and males. The weight-length relationship showed positive allometric growth (b = 3.118) for females, whereas negative allometric growth (b = 2.663) was observed for males. The condition factor (K) ranged 0.0002–0.0023 (mean 0.0009 ± 0.0007) for females and 0.0005–0.2179 (mean 0.0316 ± 0.0642) for males.

scholarly journals Reproductive Strategy of Chrysichthys nigrodigitatus (Lacepede, 1803) in a Natural Environment in the Nkam River, Littoral Cameroon

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Claudine Tekounegning Tiogué ◽  
Boddis Tsiguia Zebaze ◽  
Paul Zango ◽  
Minette Eyango Tomedi-Tabi
Keyword(s):  
Reproductive Strategy ◽  
Sexual Maturity ◽  
Condition Factor ◽  
Gonadosomatic Index ◽  
Hepatosomatic Index ◽  
Long Period ◽  
Littoral Region ◽  
K Factor ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Future Work

A study on the reproductive strategy of Chrysichthys nigrodigitatus was conducted from October 2015 to August 2016, in the Nkam River in Yabassi, Littoral Region of Cameroon. For this purpose, 154 specimens of C. nigrodigitatus with total mean weight of 829.96 ± 829.58 g and total mean length of 367 ± 156 mm collected from artisanal fishermen were used. Twenty-nine (29) females at stage V of sexual maturity were selected for the evaluation of the fecundity. It appears that the oogenesis in C. nigrodigitatus is of an asynchronous type with multiple laying spread over a long period. The gonadosomatic index (GSI) peaks in June (17.9 ± 7.1 for females and 1.06 ± 0.27 for males). Hepatosomatic index (HSI) was higher in females than in males throughout the year. The mean condition factor K was 1.07 ± 0.09%. The breeding season occurred from April to October during the rainy season. Gonadosomatic and hepatosomatic indices were positively correlated with rainfall, contrary to the K factor, which has been strongly and negatively correlated with this physical parameter. The sex ratio of 1M: 1.5F was in favour of females, thus reflecting an “r” type reproductive strategy. Absolute fecundity was estimated at 1374 ± 1022 oocytes for individuals of 107.3 ± 111.9 g mean weight. Mean relative fecundity was 14 ± 3 oocytes/g of body weight. It was recommended that future work focuses on the captivity of this species.

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