Studies on phytoplankton productivity in Kavaratti Atoll, Lakshadweep


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  • V R Suresh Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute, Cochin-682 014, India
  • K J Mathew Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute, Cochin-682 014, India

Abstract

Productivity contribution of phytoplankton in Kavaratti Atoll, Lakshadweep, was
studied for one year (Jan, to Dec, 1989) using light and dark bottle method. Gross
production (mg C/m%r) varied between 0.62±0.01 and 6.0±2.5 and net production
between 0.2±0.13 and 1.46±0.85. Gross production showed seasonal variations with
a fall during monsoon months (June-September). Productivity appeared highly
variable and limited by salinity as well as light conditions.

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Author Biographies

  • V R Suresh, Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute, Cochin-682 014, India
    Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute, Cochin-682 014, India
  • K J Mathew, Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute, Cochin-682 014, India
    Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute, Cochin-682 014, India

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Suresh, V. R., & Mathew, K. J. (2011). Studies on phytoplankton productivity in Kavaratti Atoll, Lakshadweep. Indian Journal of Fisheries, 46(4), 401-403. https://epubs.icar.org.in/index.php/IJF/article/view/8597