Fish Diversity and Water Quality in Munroe Island, Kollam District, Kerala
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https://doi.org/10.55863/ijees.2024.0232Keywords:
water quality assessment, Munroe Island, ichthyofaunal survey, physico-chemical parameters, threat status assessment, pollution controlAbstract
Munroe Island, located in the Kollam district of Kerala, is renowned for its rich biodiversity and picturesque landscapes. The present study aimed to assess the fish diversity and water quality in the Munroe Island region of Kollam District, Kerala. The ichthyofaunal survey conducted in the area (3 sites) revealed the presence of 23 fish species belonging to 18 families, indicating a diverse fish community in the region. However, threat status assessment using IUCN criteria identified several species as vulnerable or near threatened to anthropogenic pressures. The analysis of physico-chemical parameters of water quality (from 10 sites) highlighted various factors influencing ecosystem dynamics, including temperature fluctuations, pH levels, dissolved oxygen concentrations, and levels of organic pollutants, BOD and COD. Additionally, the presence of ions such as chloride, sulphate, and nitrate suggested potential sources of contamination and pollution due to anthropogenic activities. These findings emphasize the importance of integrated conservation and management strategies to preserve the ecological integrity of Munroe Island’s aquatic ecosystems and ensure the long-term sustainability of fish populations.
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