Annotated Bibliography of Elasmobranch Research in India

Kizhakudan, Shoba Joe and Thomas, Sujitha and Purushottama, G B and Wilson, Livi and Remya, L and Rahangdale, Shikha and Muktha, M and Dash, Swatipriyanka Sen and Zacharia, P U and Sobhana, K S and Manojkumar, P P and Nair, Rekha J and Najmudeen, T M and Mahesh, V and Ambarish, Gop P and Roul, Subal Kumar and Raje, S G and Shanthi, M and Yousuf, K S S M (2022) Annotated Bibliography of Elasmobranch Research in India. CMFRI Special Publication (145). ICAR- Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute, Kochi.

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Abstract

The study of elasmobranchs, encompassing sharks, rays, skates, and chimaeras, is a vital component of marine biodiversity research due to their ecological importance as apex predators and their unique biological characteristics. In India, with its extensive coastline, rich marine ecosystems, and diverse fish fauna, elasmobranchs play a significant role in both the marine food web and the livelihoods of coastal communities. However, despite their importance, much of the research on these species has remained scattered across various journals, reports, and publications, often making it difficult for researchers, conservationists, and policymakers to access relevant information in one place. This annotated bibliography seeks to bridge existing knowledge gaps by systematically compiling a comprehensive review of elasmobranch research in Indian waters, covering studies conducted over the past century focusing primarily on taxonomy, species diversity, fisheries, biology, and stock assessments. By consolidating these works into a single resource, this bibliography not only preserves the legacy of past research but also provides an essential reference for advancing current scientific investigations.

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