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Fish species diversity, abundance and distribution in the major water bodies in Akwa Ibom state, Nigeria
Essen Ibok MA, Isemin NL
Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Environmental Management, University of Uyo, Nigeria
Received: February 05, 2020 | Published: February 14, 2020
Citation: Essen IMA, Isemin NL. Fish species diversity, abundance and distribution in the major water bodies in Akwa Ibom state, Nigeria. Biodiversity Int J. 2020;4(1):42-48. DOI: 10.15406/bij.2020.04.00163
Abstract
Akwa Ibom State is one of the largest oil producing States in Nigeria. Unfortunately, this State like every other Niger Delta region has gone through devastation and marginalization over the years; a consequent of exploration and its attendant oil spillage, gas flaring and climate change. A review of fish composition, diversity and distribution of the major water bodies in Akwa Ibom State was carried out on spatial and temporal scales, with a view to assessment of the fisheries. Water bodies reviewed were of Cross River, Imo River and Qua Iboe River Eco-zones. The review revealed that Cross River is richer when compared to either Imo or Qua Iboe Rivers. However, a careful management strategy and routine monitoring are critical for the improvement and sustenance of the fisheries.
Keywords: south eastern Nigeria, physico-chemical parameters, climate change, fish species composition and distribution
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