Marine ornamental fishes of Gujarat

Abstract

With the changing scenario in marine fisheries of Gujarat, there is an urgent need for diversification of fishery-related activities into new areas of resource utilization. With the catches of many high-valued fishery resources declining, the sustenance of the fishing industry and the employment generated by it are at stake. At this juncture, marine ornamental fish trade stands out as a relatively new and potential industry for generating employment and developing trade.