The Goatfishes (Family Mullidae) of Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Rajan, P. T.; Sreeraj, C. R.; Immanuel, Titus

doi:10.26515/rzsi/v111/i3/2011/158854

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“…For instance, the Wildlife Protection Act of India, 1972 (WLPA) has included several new amendments in 2021 that involve the inclusion of five species of Corythoichthys , namely, C. amplexus , C. haematopterus , C. intestinalis , C. ocellatus and C. schultzi , in the Schedule I (Part E) species list, rendering them the highest legal protection (The Wild Life (Protection) Amendment Bill, 2021). All five species are reported from various parts of the country, including the Andaman and Nicobar Islands (Devi & Rao, 2007; Ramakrishna et al ., 2010), Gulf of Mannar (Yogesh Kumar et al ., 2013), and the Lakshadweep archipelago (Jones & Kumaran, 1980). However, our results now suggest a likelihood of species complexes and undescribed diversity within C. amplexus , C. haematopterus and C. schultzi , suggesting the possibility that some or all of these species which have their type locality outside the Western Indo‐Pacific realm represent ‘undescribed’ species.…”

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DNA barcodes for the pipefish genus Corythoichthys (Actinopterygii: Syngnathiformes) from the Indian Ocean provide insights into cryptic diversity

Shalu

Thomas

Ramvilas

et al. 2023

Journal of Fish Biology

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The syngnathiform genus Corythoichthys comprises a group of taxonomically complex, tail‐brooding (Syngnathinae) pipefishes widely distributed in the Indo‐Pacific region. Due to the presence of overlapping interspecific morphological characters, reliable taxonomic information on Corythoichthys is still lacking. Using 52 CO1 sequences, including seven newly generated, a phylogenetic analysis was carried out to understand the genetic diversity, distribution and ‘species groups’ within the genus Corythoichthys. Species delimitation using Automatic Barcode Gap Discovery (ABGD) analysis confirmed the presence of 13 species which include ‘species‐complexes’ previously considered as a single taxon. Our results revealed the presence of three species groups, ‘C. amplexus’, ‘C. conspicillatus’ and ‘C. haematopterus’ and four unidentified/undescribed species in the wider Indo‐Pacific realm. Interestingly, 60 sequences and a mitogenome identified as Corythoichthys in GenBank are misidentified at the genus level. Based on our findings, we suggest that the taxonomy and systematics of Corythoichthys need to be re‐examined and validated using integrative methods, and care should be taken while selecting specimens for genetic studies.

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DNA barcodes for the pipefish genus Corythoichthys (Actinopterygii: Syngnathiformes) from the Indian Ocean provide insights into cryptic diversity

Shalu

Thomas

Ramvilas

et al. 2023

Journal of Fish Biology

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“…Thomas (1969) has also reported these species from both the coast. The goatfishes are suitable habitat indicators and can be used in the monitoring and management of the ecosystem (Uiblein, 2007;Rajan et al, 2012). This study was of a limited time and is a preliminary study showing that there is a need to further explore the mullid diversity across Indian waters and to study taxonomy, distribution pattern, abundance and biology and ecology.…”

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“…Of the seven valid species only four are known to the Indo-Pacific region; M. ayliffe, M. flavolineatus, M. pfluegeri and M. vanicolensis (Uiblein, 2011;Keita et al, 2016). All four species reported are common to Indian waters (Thomas, 1969;Koya, 2007;Uiblein, 2011;Rajan et al, 2012;Nair and Kuriakose, 2014). In the present study, three species of Mulloidichthys i.e.…”

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“…First dorsal fin with 7-8 spines; pectoral fin rays 12-17; lateral line complete; scales on lateral line 28-39. Forty-two valid species (Uiblein et al, 2017(Uiblein et al, , 2019(Uiblein et al, , 2020 have been reported worldwide; In India, around 14 species have been reported; U. guttatus ( (Thomas, 1969;Kumaran and Randall, 1984;Vivekanandan et al, 2003;Uiblein and Heemstra, 2010;Rajan et al, 2012;Uiblein and Gouws, 2014;Uiblein et al, 2019).…”

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Distribution and diversity of Goatfishes, (Mullidae, Teleostei, Syngnathiformes), along the Indian Coast

Vishnupriya,

J. Nair

2023

J. Mar. Biol. Ass. India

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Goatfishes (Family Mullidae) are widely spread across different tropical and temperate coastal habitats. Mullidae diversity was studied from different sampling locations from both the west and east coast of India including Lakshadweep. During the period 2019-2021, the study revealed the presence of 14 species under three genera, Mulloidichthys, Parupeneus and Upeneus. The distribution pattern of the species was noticeable with the genus Mulloidichthys reported only from the Lakshadweep islands. This study throws light on a lesser-studied group which is ornamental and also serves as an ecological indicator.

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“…Jenis ikan lalosi (caesionidae) bercampur dalam satu kawanan yang memiliki kemiripan corak terutama di bagian ekor dan di bagian tubuhnya ada yang bergaris maupun bintik. Pada umumnya ikan lalosi sering berkumpul 3-4 jenis dalam agregasi spesies campuran dengan corak yang mirip terutama pada ekor (Rajan and Sreeraj, 2013), jenis ikan lalosi lebih dari 35% tertangkap dari total tangkapan sampingan (Mosse et al, 2019), dan Caesionidae ditemukan secara bergerombol dalam ekosistem terumbu karang cukup tinggi (Erdana et al, 2022). Jenis lalosi Pterocaesio chrysozona dan Caesio caerulaurea dan lalosi lainnya juga menjadi target tangkapan jaring insang, keberhasilan penangkapan bergantung dari penggunaan ukuran mata jaring, kedalaman setting, dan lokasi penangkapan.…”

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Biologi Reproduksi Lalosi Merah (Pterocaeasio tile, Cuvier 1830) Hubungannya Dengan Selektivitas Jaring Insang Lingkar

Haruna,

Tupamahu,

Aprillia

2023

J. Kel. Trop.

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Intensive and massive fishing exploitation of various reef fish resources occurs in coastal areas, including the Pteriocaesio tile (dark-banded fusilier). This study was conducted due to a lack of information, including size distribution, length of first captured (Lc), length at first mature (Lm), and the selectivity of the mesh size for Pteriocaesio tile caught in the Huamual Belakang waters. The data collection was conducted from September to December 2022. The experimental fishing method was conducted by operating one unit of encircling gillnet consisting of eight panels, each consisting of four mesh net units of 1.75 inch and 2.0 inch, installed randomly. Samples of fish caught for each actual fishing were measured for total length. The reproductive aspect used 10-15% of fish samples per trip. The fish were measured for total length and body weight, and dissected to determine the sex and gonad maturity level and weight. The catches with encircling gillnets were dominated by the Caesionidae family, consisting of Pteriocaesio tile at 74.73%, Pterocaesio chrysozona at 6.80%, and caesio caerulaurea at 6.41%. The size distribution of the total length of Pteriocaesio tile was 15.0 – 27.3 cm. The average length first caught in a 1.75-inch mesh was 21.4 cm, and 22.5 cm for the 2.0-inch mesh. The length at first mature was 18.6 cm for the female, and 20.6 cm for the male. The gillnet selectivity obtained 50% chance of being caught in the mesh size of 1.75 inches was 18.8 cm, and 21.9 cm in the mesh size of 2.0 inches. The status of the resource utilization of Pteriocaesio tile was in good condition (Lc > Lm). Nevertheless, the use of the 1.75-inch mesh size indicated recruitment overfishing Eksploitasi penangkapan terjadi secara intensif dan masif di wilayah pesisir terhadap berbagai sumberdaya ikan karang termasuk ikan Pteriocaesio tile (dark-banded fusilier). Penelitian ini dilakukan karena masih minimnya informasi meliputi; distribusi ukuran, ukuran ikan pertama kali tertangkap, ukuran ikan pertama kali matang gonad, dan selektivitas ukuran mata jaring Pteriocaesio tile yang tertangkap di perairan Huamual Belakang. Pengumpulan data dilakukan pada bulan September sampai Desember 2022. Metode experimental fishing dilakukan dengan mengoperasikan satu unit jaring insang lingkar terdiri dari 8 panel ukuran mata jaring 1,75 inci dan 2,0 inci yang dipasang secara acak. Sampel ikan hasil tangkapan setiap aktual atau trip penangkapan diukur panjang total, untuk aspek reproduksi menggunakan 10-15% sampel ikan setiap trip, ikan diukur panjang total, berat tubuh dan dibedah untuk mengetahui jenis kelamin, tingkat kematangan gonad maupun berat gonad. Hasil tangkapan jaring insang lingkar di dominasi family Caesionidae masing-masing jenis ikan Pteriocaesio tile 74,73%, Pterocaesio chrysozona 6,80% dan Caesio caerulaurea 6,41%. Distribusi ukuran panjang total ikan Pteriocaesio tile 15,0-27,3 cm. Ukuran ikan rata-rata pertama kali tertangkap mata jaring 1,75 inci adalah 21,4 cm dan 2,0 inci adalah 22,5 cm. Ukuran pertama kali matang gonad ikan betina 18,6 cm dan jantan 20,6 cm. Selektivitas jaring diperoleh peluang tertangkap 50% mata jaring 1,75 inci adalah 18,8 cm dan 2,0 inci adalah 21,9 cm. Status pemanfaatan sumberdaya ikan P tile berada dalam kondisi baik (Lc > Lm) tetapi penggunaan mata jaring 1,75 inci terindikasi mengalami recruitment overfishing.

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The Goatfishes (Family Mullidae) of Andaman and Nicobar Islands

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DNA barcodes for the pipefish genus Corythoichthys (Actinopterygii: Syngnathiformes) from the Indian Ocean provide insights into cryptic diversity

DNA barcodes for the pipefish genus Corythoichthys (Actinopterygii: Syngnathiformes) from the Indian Ocean provide insights into cryptic diversity

Distribution and diversity of Goatfishes, (Mullidae, Teleostei, Syngnathiformes), along the Indian Coast

Biologi Reproduksi Lalosi Merah (Pterocaeasio tile, Cuvier 1830) Hubungannya Dengan Selektivitas Jaring Insang Lingkar

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