Genetic and molecular analyses, combined with taxonomic testing, confirm that these newly identified species have unique characteristics.
The newly identified species were scientifically named Abelanus josbarchmansi and Abelanus gracklei.
The research was conducted by Toji Thomas, a research scholar at CMFRI, under the guidance of Principal Scientist EM Abdussamad.
The study focused on samples collected from Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu.
These commercially valuable species of fish are known for their palatability and nutritional content.
Caught primarily using hook-and-line methods, they are recognizable by their green thorns and long beaks with sharp teeth.
Their market price is around Rs 400 per kg.
Found in abundance along the Indian coast, these species of fish are pelagic resources and are available for fishing in the upper water column (0-20 m depth).
According to CMFRI, more research is needed to understand the distribution and population patterns of the newly identified fish species in the waters of India.
Given their high demand, researchers believe these fish have the potential to benefit the country's marine fisheries sector.
The newly identified species were scientifically named Abelanus josbarchmansi and Abelanus gracklei.
The research was conducted by Toji Thomas, a research scholar at CMFRI, under the guidance of Principal Scientist EM Abdussamad.
The study focused on samples collected from Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu.
These commercially valuable species of fish are known for their palatability and nutritional content.
Caught primarily using hook-and-line methods, they are recognizable by their green thorns and long beaks with sharp teeth.
Their market price is around Rs 400 per kg.
Found in abundance along the Indian coast, these species of fish are pelagic resources and are available for fishing in the upper water column (0-20 m depth).
According to CMFRI, more research is needed to understand the distribution and population patterns of the newly identified fish species in the waters of India.
Given their high demand, researchers believe these fish have the potential to benefit the country's marine fisheries sector.
