The Catfish Connection: Ecology, Migration, and Conservation of Amazon Predators

摘要: The Amazon Basin's rivers, estuaries and tributaries are home to as many 1000 species of catfish. In this work, two scientists offer a natural history the giant catfish its central place source food income within ecology economy Basin. While focusing primarily on - known locally Dourada Piramutaba authors also present illustrated accounts 13 distinct large fish. Their research yields strong statistical data field observations that illustrate catfishes' extensive migratory range presents solid evidence animal requiring or using part basin for their ecological needs. This text proposes techniques careful management resource ensure survival future generations. study should be useful reference marine conservation biologists in field, ecologists, professionals development workers.