scholarly journals Reproduction of Carangoides vinctus (Perciformes: Carangidae) in the Mexican Central Pacific

2017 ◽  
Vol 44 (3) ◽  
pp. 610-622
Author(s):  
Gabriela Lucano-Ramírez ◽  
Estrella G. Rivera-Rios ◽  
Salvador Ruiz-Ramírez ◽  
Gaspar González-Sansón ◽  
Alejandro Perez-Toledo
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Maturity ◽  
Gonadosomatic Index ◽  
Reproductive Period ◽  
Oocyte Diameter ◽  
Central Pacific ◽  
Gonadal Maturity ◽  
Three Stages ◽  
Development Phases ◽  
Post Spawning ◽  
Average Catch

This study aims to determine some aspects of the reproduction of Carangoides vinctus, a species caught by the artisanal fishery on the south coast of Jalisco. The captures were made monthly with gillnets from January 1998 to December 2008. The organisms had total length of 17.0 to 41.2 cm, with females averaging 30.1 cm and 30.5 cm males. The sex ratio was 1.0: 1.1 males per females, which is not significantly different from the expected 1:1. A gonadal maturity scale of four stages for both sexes (immature, developing, spawning capable and post-spawning or spent) was used. In the first three stages of the ovary’s development, a septum dividing each lobe was present. In the analysis of oogenesis, seven oocyte development phases were identified and the oocytes developed asynchronously within the ovary. Based on the microscopic characteristics observed in the testis, it showed a lobular type development. The maximum values of the gonadosomatic index, the percentage of mature gonads and the oocyte diameter suggest that C. vinctus has a reproductive period from March to May. The length at sexual maturity (L50) was estimated at 26.04 and 23.77 cm for females and males, respectively; these sizes are lower than the average catch size in both sexes, suggesting that organisms are caught commercially when they have reached sexual maturity.

scholarly journals Reproductive indicators of the endemic species Astyanax bifasciatus (Teleostei: Characidae) in a tributary of the Lower Iguaçu River Basin, Brazil

2019 ◽  
Vol 41 ◽  
pp. e47720
Author(s):  
Elton Celton de Oliveira ◽  
Alexandre Augusto Auache-Filho ◽  
Denis Damasio ◽  
Nédia de Castilhos Ghisi ◽  
Maria Antônia Michels-Souza
Keyword(s):  
River Basin ◽  
Fish Species ◽  
Sexual Maturity ◽  
Gonadosomatic Index ◽  
Reproductive Period ◽  
Maturity Stage ◽  
Reproductive Process ◽  
Maturation Stages ◽  
High Degree ◽  
Iguaçu River

The reproductive process promotes morphophysiological and behavioral changes in fish species throughout their life cycle. Its success is vital to define their resilience in the environment. This study aimed to evaluate the reproductive biology of the endemic fish species Astyanax bifasciatus in a tributary of the Lower Iguaçu River Basin, Paraná, Brazil. Fish were collected monthly at four sites along the Jirau Alto River in the city of Dois Vizinhos from October 2015 to September 2016. A standardized catch effort with gill nets and fish traps was used. In the laboratory, standard length and total weight were recorded. After anesthesia, the animals were sectioned to macroscopically determine the sex, sexual maturity stage, and presence of celomatic fat. The gonads and liver were removed to determine the gonadosomatic and hepatosomatic indexes, respectively. A total of 160 individuals (104 females and 56 males) were used. The gonadosomatic index, frequency of the gonadal maturation stages, and condition factor showed a long reproductive period with two investment cycles for both sex. Length at first sexual maturity was 4.57 cm for females and 3.56 cm for males. The reproductive data corroborate the generalist profile of the species and demonstrate a high degree of adaptive capacity, even in smaller tributaries.

scholarly journals Reproductive biology of a tetragonopterinae (osteichthyes, characidae) of the Ubatiba fluvial system, Maricá - RJ

1999 ◽  
Vol 42 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rosana Mazzoni ◽  
Jaqueline Petito
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Dimorphism ◽  
Reproductive Biology ◽  
Sexual Maturity ◽  
Gonadosomatic Index ◽  
Oocyte Diameter ◽  
Fluvial System ◽  
Development Stages ◽  
Maturation Stages ◽  
Mean Size ◽  
Reproduction Period

Aspects of the reproductive biology of one Tetragonopterinae was assessed in the Ubatiba river - Maricá / RJ. Length structure and mean size suggested sexual dimorphism, females reaching larger sizes than males. The onset of sexual maturity occured at 2.8cm for both the sexes. Fecundity, determined on ripe ovaries, showed positive correlation to females size and weight and varied from 595 to 5520 for 3.9cm and 6.2cm lengths respectively. The spawning type, defined as total, was determined by the oocyte diameter frequency from ovaries in different development stages. The frequency distribution of ovarian/testis maturation stages, associated with the temporal variation of the gonadosomatic index, suggested that the reproduction period was prolonged along the whole annual cycle.

scholarly journals Temporal Dynamics of Reproduction inHemiramphus brasiliensis(Osteichthyes: Hemiramphidae)

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mônica Rocha de Oliveira ◽  
Sathyabama Chellappa
Keyword(s):  
Coastal Waters ◽  
Sexual Maturity ◽  
Temporal Dynamics ◽  
Gonadosomatic Index ◽  
Gonad Development ◽  
Reproductive Period ◽  
Northeastern Brazil ◽  
Histological Studies ◽  
Multiple Spawner ◽  
Maturation Stages

The reproductive aspects ofHemiramphus brasiliensiswere analyzed with a view to verify the temporal dynamics of reproduction. This paper presents data on sex ratio, length at first sexual maturity, macroscopic and histological aspects of gonad development, gonadosomatic index (GSI), reproductive period, and fecundity ofH. brasiliensis. The fishes were captured from the coastal waters of Rio Grande do Norte, northeastern Brazil. Females of this species predominated in the sampled population and were larger in size than the males. The length at the first sexual maturation of males was 20.8 cm and that of females was 21.5 cm. The macroscopic characteristics of the gonads indicated four maturation stages. Histological studies of gonads ofH. brasiliensisshowed six phases of oocyte development and four phases of spermatocyte development. The batch fecundity of this species was 1153 (±258.22) mature oocytes for 50 g body weight of female. The microscopic characteristics of gonad development indicate thatH. brasiliensisis a multiple spawner, presenting a prolonged reproductive period during the whole year, with a peak in the month of April, and is considered as an opportunistic strategist.

Reproductive aspects of Galaxias platei (Pisces, Galaxiidae) in a deep lake in North Patagonia

2018 ◽  
Vol 69 (9) ◽  
pp. 1379 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniela Milano ◽  
Juan P. Barriga
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Maturity ◽  
Gonadosomatic Index ◽  
Mature Oocyte ◽  
Native Fish ◽  
Oocyte Diameter ◽  
South American ◽  
Deep Lake ◽  
North Patagonia ◽  
Maximum Body ◽  
Maximum Body Size

Reproductive characteristics of the native fish Galaxias platei were studied in Lake Moreno, an ultra-oligotrophic deep lake in North Patagonia. According to histological analysis of ovaries, G. platei presents synchronous oocyte development typical of a group-synchronous spawner. Mature oocyte diameter ranged from 1031 to 1419μm. Based on the gonadosomatic index, annual spawning occurs between April and June (austral autumn) and is directly related to the water temperature of deeper strata (below 30m) where this species lives, but not with photoperiod. Female G. platei acquire sexual maturity at a length of 105mm, whereas males acquire sexual maturity at a length of 177mm. Delaying maturity to obtain higher fecundity, as well as maximum body size and longevity, indicates that G. platei is more specialised than the other South American Galaxias, G. maculatus, in terms of lifestyle. These specialised features are related to the stable environment G. platei lives in and indicate that it could eventually become a vulnerable species in unstable environments, such as the Patagonian lakes dominated by salmonids.

Size at first sexual maturity in Zidona dufresnei (CAENOGASTROPODA: VOLUTIDAE) of the south-western Atlantic Ocean (Mar del Plata, Argentina)

2003 ◽  
Vol 83 (2) ◽  
pp. 293-296 ◽  
Author(s):  
Juliana Giménez ◽  
Pablo E. Penchaszadeh
Keyword(s):  
Shell Length ◽  
Sexual Maturity ◽  
Gonadosomatic Index ◽  
Gonadal Development ◽  
Austral Spring ◽  
Tissue Samples ◽  
Western Atlantic ◽  
Secondary Sexual Characters ◽  
Gonadal Maturity ◽  
Secondary Sexual

Size at sexual maturity was studied in Zidona dufresnei through analysis of gonadal tissue samples and secondary sexual characters. Individuals were sampled during two reproductive seasons (austral spring–summer) in the Mar del Plata area, Argentina. Gonadosomatic index was estimated for males and oocyte size frequency was used to estimate the stage of gonadal development in females. Gonadal maturity occurred prior to the development of secondary sexual characters. Size at first gonadal maturity in females was 12·8 cm shell length and in males 12·0 cm shell length, but size at which 50% of the population was mature was 15·7 cm in females and 15·0 cm in males. The results of this study could help to establish a minimal catching size.

scholarly journals Reproductive Ecology ofProchilodus brevisan Endemic Fish from the Semiarid Region of Brazil

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Liliane de Lima Gurgel ◽  
José Roberto Verani ◽  
Sathyabama Chellappa
Keyword(s):  
Gonadosomatic Index ◽  
Reproductive Ecology ◽  
Temporal Distribution ◽  
Gonadal Development ◽  
Neotropical Region ◽  
Reproductive Period ◽  
Semiarid Region ◽  
Spawning Period ◽  
Gonadal Maturity ◽  
Commercially Important

The commercially important migratory fishProchilodus brevisis from the Neotropical region, and understanding the reproductive ecology of this potamodromous fish is essential for its conservation and management. This study investigated the length-mass relationship, sex ratio, length at first gonadal maturity, gonadal development stages, gonadosomatic index, condition factor, and reproductive period ofP. brevis. Temporal distribution of rainfall, temperature, dissolved oxygen concentration, pH, and electrical conductivity of the water were related to the reproductive period of this fish. Rainfall seems to be the main environmental factor which modulates changes in limnological parameters and the timing of the spawning period of this fish.P. brevismigrates into lower reaches of the river to feed during the dry season and returns to the upper reaches during the rainy season to spawn. Inadequate facilities for migration create obstacles for spawning success of this ecologically important fish.

scholarly journals Reproduction of Pimelodus maculatus(Siluriformes: Pimelodidae) in three section of Grande River basin, downstream Porto Colombia dam, south-eastern Brazil

2013 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 615-623 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alessandro Loureiro Paschoalini ◽  
Violeta da Rocha Perini ◽  
Dirceu Marzulo Ribeiro ◽  
Paulo Sérgio Formagio ◽  
Elizete Rizzo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Reproductive Success ◽  
Gonadosomatic Index ◽  
Low Frequency ◽  
Reproductive Activity ◽  
Reproductive Period ◽  
Oocyte Diameter ◽  
South Eastern ◽  
Eastern Brazil ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Pimelodus Maculatus

The alterations to the hydrologic regime downstream from hydroelectric dams may cause an impact on the reproductive success of fishes. This study aimed to analyse the influence of the physical and chemical parameters of the water of the Grande and Pardo Rivers on gonadal maturation, oocyte diameter, follicular atresia and biological indices of Pimelodus maculatus collected from three river sections: Grande River, downstream from the Porto Colômbia dam (S1), Grande River, downstream from the confluence with the Pardo River (S2) and in the Pardo River channel (S3). Males and females captured in S1 presented significantly higher average values for total length and body weight than those captured in S2 and S3. The gonadosomatic index values were significantly higher in fish collected in S3 and the Fulton condition factor did not show significant differences in fish collected from the three sections. The oocyte diameter, the follicular cells height and the zona pellucida thickness did not show any statistical differences between the sections. Conductivity presented a significant difference between S1 and S3 and during the reproductive period, water transparency presented similar values in the two sampling sections of the Grande River, but a much lower value in the Pardo River. A low frequency of fish with reproductive activity was registered in S1, whereas in S2 and S3 higher frequencies were recorded, emphasising the need of preserving the tributaries for the reproductive success of P. maculatus of the Grande River in south-eastern Brazil.

scholarly journals New data on the reproductive activity of Mugil cephalus L. from Algerian coast

2021 ◽  
pp. 134-147
Author(s):  
Racha Boubekeur ◽  
Zouhir Ramdane
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Maturity ◽  
Gonadosomatic Index ◽  
Reproductive Activity ◽  
Reproductive Period ◽  
Mugil Cephalus ◽  
Hepatosomatic Index ◽  
High Fecundity ◽  
Muscle Tissues ◽  
Algerian Coast ◽  
Reproduction Activity

The aim of this study was to provide additional insight into the reproductive activity of Mugil cephalus L. along the Algerian coast. All specimens were sampled from local commercial fisheries from January 2017 to January 2018. The reproductive period and the size at first sexual maturity were determined. Our results show that the males reach sexual maturity at smaller lengths (28.8 cm) than females (34.5 cm) and that sex ratio is female-skewed (63% vs 37%). The peak of reproductive activity took place from August to October, and spawning took place in November. Sexual rest occurred during subsequent months with a tendency of fattening from December to April. The seasonal evolution of the gonadosomatic index suggests that M. cephalus breeds from August to October. The analysis of the evolution of hepatosomatic index and Fulton’s K apparently reveal no contribution of liver and muscle tissues to the reproduction activity of this species. The high fecundity estimated could be considered a reproductive strategy to maximise the survival of juveniles.

scholarly journals Ecología trófica y reproductiva de Hemibrycon sierraensis (Characiformes: Characidae) pez endémico del río Gaira, Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Colombia

2017 ◽  
Vol 65 (3) ◽  
pp. 1033
Author(s):  
Eduardo J. Ibarra-Trujillo ◽  
Carlos A. García-Alzate
Keyword(s):  
Sierra Nevada ◽  
Sexual Maturity ◽  
Condition Factor ◽  
Feeding Habits ◽  
Gonadosomatic Index ◽  
Stomach Contents ◽  
Trophic Niche ◽  
Oocyte Diameter ◽  
Frequency Of Occurrence ◽  
Average Size

The study of feeding habits in fishes can give important information about their role in the fish community, their functional role in the ecosystem, and their relationships with all available resources. We studied H. sierraensis from Gaira River and performed eight bi-monthly samples between May 2014 and November 2015. We analyzed fish stomach contents by the numerical (% N), volume (% V) and frequency of occurrence (% FO) methods; we also calculated the index of food importance (IA), coefficient of emptiness (CV), trophic niche breadth (used H ') and condition factor (K). Additionally, we determined the sex ratio, gonadosomatic index (RGS), fecundity, minimum and average size at sexual maturity, and oocyte diameter by standard methods. The Gaira River has irregular meanders with clear waters, and high current velocity through its drainage; it is generally oligotrophic, with a tendency to eutrophic condition in some places. Observed dissolved oxygen values were high (5.4 mg/L), electrical conductivity was 68.63 µS/cm, and pH was found neutral. We analyzed stomach contents of 477 specimens, and found a 1.59 % coefficient of vacuity. The species was found euryphagic in its feeding habits (H'= 0.69), omnivorous tending to insectivorous; its diet consisted mainly of Trichoptera larvae (Atanatolica sp.), followed in importance by snails (Gastropoda Pomacea sp.) and dipteran larvae such as Simulium sp. Significant differences in both frequency of occurrence and the volume consumed were observed for the different size classes, as well as between different seasons of the year. The condition factor indicated that the species was well fed. Sex was determined for 424 fish, of which 241 were male and 181 female, given a ratio of 1.3: 1 (male-female) which resulted significantly different (Chi 2: 16.14; P= 0.02). The gonadosomatic index indicated that reproduction occurs during the high water river phase, fecundity was high, and oocyte diameter was relatively small. Males reached sexual maturity at an average size of 67.08 mm SL, and females at 70.68 mm SL. Their life history strategy is seasonal r. Management and conservation plans for this species are required due to human intervention in their habitat, originated by the growing tourist activity in the area.

scholarly journals Dynamics of ovarian maturation throughout the reproductive cycle of the Neotropical cichlid fishCichlasomadimerus(Teleostei, Cichliformes)

2017 ◽  
Vol 95 (7) ◽  
pp. 485-498 ◽  
Author(s):  
M.L. Varela ◽  
M.F. Ferreira ◽  
R.H. Da Cuña ◽  
F.L. Lo Nostro ◽  
G. Genovese ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Reproductive Cycle ◽  
Expression Profiles ◽  
Gonadosomatic Index ◽  
Cichlid Fish ◽  
Gene Expression Profiles ◽  
Reproductive Period ◽  
Time Interval ◽  
In Captivity ◽  
Plasma Steroids ◽  
Post Spawning

In this study, we analyzed gene expression profiles, plasma steroids concentrations, and gonadal morphology throughout the reproductive cycle of female Cichlasoma dimerus (Heckel, 1840), a monogamous cichlid fish exhibiting social hierarchies. Fish were analyzed at six phases encompassing their annual cycle, namely resting (during the nonreproductive period), prespawning, 30 h post spawning, 4 days post spawning, 10 days post spawning, and subordinate (during the reproductive period). The histological and histomorphometric analysis showed that C. dimerus exhibits asynchronous ovarian development. Similar to resting females, subordinate females showed low gonadosomatic index, reduced expression levels of vitellogenin (vtgAb), zona pellucida (zpB), gonadal aromatase (cyp19a1A), and low concentrations of plasma sex steroids, thus indicating that social intimidation by dominant conspecifics elicited reproductive arrest. In reproductively active females, a direct positive correlation between plasma estradiol, vtgAb expression, percentage of late vitellogenic oocytes, and gonadosomatic index was observed. These parameters were maximal at the prespawning phase, decreased at 30 h post spawning and 4 days post spawning, and then reached a peak at 10 days post spawning. Our results indicate that female C. dimerus become spawning capable after 10 days post spawning, coincidently with the shortest time interval between successive spawns recorded in captivity.

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