'The course manual on the anatomy and biology of finfish is an essential resource for students in fisheries science. It provides a detailed and comprehensive understanding of finfish anatomy, covering both external and internal structures, which is crucial for identifying species and understanding their functions. The manual delves into vital physiological systems, including the digestive, circulatory, respiratory, and reproductive systems, offering a thorough insight into how these systems interact to maintain fish health and functionality. It also addresses age and growth, providing methods to determine fish age and factors affecting growth rates, essential for fisheries management and conservation. By encompassing 19 chapters, the manual not only enhances theoretical knowledge but also supports practical applications, aiding in the sustainable management of fish populations. Read more
Preface v 1. Study of External and Internal Anatomy of Important Groups of Finfish 1 2. Digestive System and Associated Digestive Glands 11 3. Food and Feeding Habits of Finfish 15 4. Gut Content Analysis 23 5. Food Analysis Indices 31 6. Circulatory System of Teleost 35 7. Respiratory System 41 8. Accessory Respiratory Organs 47 9. Nervous System 49 10. Endocrine System 59 11. Skeletal System 61 12. Sensory Organs of Fish 69 13. Excretory System of Fish (Urino-Genital System) 75 14. Reproductive System 79 15. Reproductive Biology of Fishes 83 16. Developmental Biology of Fishes 99 17. Age and Growth Determination by Direct and Indirect Methods 105 18. Fish Migration 109 19. Marking and Tagging 113 Glossary 117 References 123
S. Shamini is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Fisheries Resource Management at the College of Fisheries Science, St. Devasahayam Institute of Fisheries Science and Technology, Midalam, Kanniyakumari dist, Tamil Nadu. She graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Fisheries Science from Dr MGR. Fisheries College and Research Institute, Ponneri, Tamilnadu and has a Master's degree in Department of Fisheries Biology and Resource Management at Fisheries College and Research Institute in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu. N. Karthik is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Fisheries Resource Management at the College of Fisheries Science, St. Devasahayam Institute of Fisheries Science and Technology, Midalam, Kanniyakumari dist., Tamil Nadu. He had his Master's degree in Fisheries Science from the Faculty of Fisheries, Sher-E-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology. Read more