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SEASONAL CYCLE OF PELAGIC COPEPODS FROM THE FISHING GROUNDS OFF BOMBAY

The seasonal cycle and relative abundance of the common copepods of Bombay waters are discussed. The influence of surface temperature and salinity on the seasonal abundance of copepods is pointed out. The copepods exhibited considerable fluctuation, with two peak periods during March-April and October-November. It is observed that the breeding season of copepods coincided with phytoplankton maximum during January-February. The probable influence of copepod abundance on the local fishery is discussed.

V. K. Pillai

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