Threadfins Of The World Family Polynemidae

Download or read book Threadfins of the World (family Polynemidae) written by Hiroyuki Motomura and published by Food & Agriculture Org.. This book was released on 2004 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume on the family Polynemidae includes 41 species belonging to 8 genera. There is an introductory section with general remarks on habitat and fisheries of the family, a glossary of technical terms, an illustrated key to each genus and all species, and a detailed account for all species. Species accounts include an illustration of each species, scientific and vernacular names, and information on habitat, biology, fisheries, size, relevant literature and distribution. Following the species accounts are a list of nominal species in the family, a table of species by major marine fishing areas, and color plates.