Ichthyofaunal Diversity and Conservation Status of Fish at Mangrol, Gujarat: A Comprehensive Study

The coastline of Gujarat is 2340.62 km long and possesses rich marine biodiversity. During the present study, a total of 113 fish species belonging to 60 families and 25 orders were identified from the different fish landing sites of Mangrol fish landing centre Gujarat, India. From September 2022 to March 2023, data were gathered from a variety of places in various regions with the assistance of local, knowledgeable fish growers and fishermen. Fish identification was conducted on the basis of freshly collected specimens to ensure accuracy. Typical taxonomic keys were used to identify them. The fish that were gathered underwent species-level identification. The checklist contains 3 species Critically endangered; 7 species were Near Threatened, 10 species were Data deficient, 6 species were endangered, 66 species were Least concern, 7 species were Vulnerable, and 10 species were Not evaluated. Additional studies are required to enhance the understanding and conservation of these species.