Reproductive activity and condition index of Holacanthus passer (Teleostei: Pomacanthidae) in the Gulf of California, Mexico

 

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Autores: Arellano-Martínez, Marcial, Ceballos-Vázquez, Bertha Patricia
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Estado:Versión publicada
Fecha de Publicación:2001
Descripción:Annual variation and relationship between the gonadosomatic index (IG) and the condition index (K) of Holacanthus passer were evaluated in 194 specimens from Cueva de León, Gulf of California (24°02’ N, 110°24’ W). There was a significant negative correlation between IG and K in both sexes: indices exhibit an opposite seasonal pattern. The reproductive activity of both sexes is inversely related with nutritional status. There was a significant difference in IG but not in K values between males and females. The condition index may be used to determine reproduction time of the species in other localities without sacrificing the organisms. This could be a valuable tool to develop monitoring programs for fisheries and culture of this species.
País:Portal de Revistas UCR
Institución:Universidad de Costa Rica
Repositorio:Portal de Revistas UCR
Lenguaje:Inglés
OAI Identifier:oai:portal.ucr.ac.cr:article/18041
Acceso en línea:https://revistas.ucr.ac.cr/index.php/rbt/article/view/18041
Access Level:acceso abierto
Palabra clave:holacanthus passer
pomacanthidae
gonadosomatic index
condition index
gulf of california
Mexico