First record of the Annular sole, Synaptura annularis (Fowler, 1933) (Pleuronectiformes: Soleidae) from India

Nair, Rekha J (2006) First record of the Annular sole, Synaptura annularis (Fowler, 1933) (Pleuronectiformes: Soleidae) from India. Journal of the Marine Biological Association of India, 48 (1). pp. 118-120.

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Abstract

The Annular sole, Synaptura annularis (Fowler, 1933) has been recorded for the first time from Indian waters. This fish is distinguished from other congeneric species occurring in this area (S. contmer.soniana and S. albomarulam) by the presence of large annular patches on the body and an unbranched pectoral fin. Comparitive statement with the holotype and paratype of the species are given.

Item Type: Article
Uncontrolled Keywords: Annular sole; Synaptura annularis (Fowler, 1933); Pleuronectiformes; Soleidae
Subjects: Marine Fisheries > Fish landing > New record
Demersal Fishes > Soles
Divisions: CMFRI-Kochi > Marine Capture > Demersal Fisheries Division
Subject Area > CMFRI > CMFRI-Kochi > Marine Capture > Demersal Fisheries Division
CMFRI-Kochi > Marine Capture > Demersal Fisheries Division
Subject Area > CMFRI-Kochi > Marine Capture > Demersal Fisheries Division
Depositing User: Dr. V Mohan
Date Deposited: 06 Aug 2010 09:05
Last Modified: 06 Dec 2022 08:49
URI: http://eprints.cmfri.org.in/id/eprint/1843

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