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Indigenous Ornamental Fish Resources of North- Eastern States of India and Their Trade Potential
Full text linkThe entire northeastern part of India features among the world’s hotspots of freshwater fish biodiversity. The variety of aquatic habitats in the alluvial floodplains and highlands of the region abounds in highly potential indigenous ornamental fishes. Of these, the weed infested wetlands (beels) in the plains and stony bed torrential streams in the hills offer a variety of microhabitats for many colourful native and endemic ornamental fishes. As many as 93 species of indigenous ornamental fishes belonging to 25 families have been recorded from this part of the country having good trade potential. Endemic and native ornamental species such as Channa barca, C. aurantimaculata, Puntius gelius, P. manipurensis, P. shalynius, Botia spp., Sisor rhabdophorus, Oreichthys spp., Erethistes spp., Badis assamensis, Chaca chaca, Polyacanthus spp. etc., have already been available to the global market based on wild collection. Fishes of other genera including Danio, Devario, Esomus, Nandus, Macrognathus, Pseudeutropius, Rasbora, Acanthocobitis and Tetraodon has great export potential as well. Considering their increasing demand in the domestic as well as in the international market in recent times, sustainable exploitation of these resources would provide new avenues of employment besides a source of foreign exchange earnings for the region. The present communication highlights on different aspects of indigenous ornamental fishes available in the northeastern states of India including their market potentiality
The Role of Catla catla, Labeo rohita, and Cirrihinus mrigala in the Aquaculture Industry of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
Full text linkMajor carps of India, Catla catla (Hamilton), Labeo rohita (Hamilton), and Cirrihinus mrigala (Hamilton) are the essential components of aquaculture in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, being economically important for food security and employment opportunities. These species are a common subject of farming because the products obtained from them are valuable in the market and very nutritious. In this review, information on farming practices, challenges faced, economic importance, and environmental impact of these species for aquaculture is presented. The results presented stress the importance of their impact on the development of local economies, food security, and better living standards for farmers. Nevertheless, the sector has challenges such as disease outbreaks, pollution, and lack of infrastructure among others. Some of these problems have however been solved by developments in polyculture systems, selective breeding, and integrated farming. Thus, it is obvious that further enhancement of management practices, policy support, and Farming technology for sustainable growth is direly needed. Further studies should be directed to climate-proof systems, markets, and genetics for the improvement of aquaculture in the region
Amino Acid Distribution Analysis for A Model Protein Bovine Serum Albumin (BSA)
Full text linkSerum albumin, a soluble protein found in blood plasma, interacts with various drugs, including anticancer drugs, antibiotics, and antiviral medicines. BSA, a bio-tool, has been extensively studied for interactions between bio-compounds and proteins. Its medicinal importance, stability, neutrality, accessibility, cost-effectiveness, and abundance make it a popular choice for drug delivery research. BSA is also essential for the manufacturing of viral vaccines, which require a cell culture medium. This thesis investigates the interactions between BSA and drugs under physiologically simulated settings due to their medical importance and unusual ligand-binding capabilities. BSA is more stable in a wider pH range and at higher temperatures, making it a viable candidate for protein-based drug delivery systems. This study analyses amino acid composition and group-wise distribution of BSA
Indigenous Ornamental Fish Resources of Upper Brahmaputra Basin and Their Sustainable Utilization
Full text linkThe upper Brahmaputra basin, a part of the global hotspots of freshwater fish biodiversity abounds in highly potential indigenous ornamental fishes typical of riverine, wetland as well as hill stream habitats. As many as 70 species of ornamental fishes belonging to 19 families have been recorded so far from this region that sustained by mighty river Brahmaputra, its tributaries, distributaries, a large number of floodplain wetlands (locally known as beels) and hill streams. Species like Botia dario, Colisa fasciatus, Esomus danricus, Nandus nandus, Badis badis, Sisor rhabdophorus, Channa barca, Danio acquipinnatus, Chaca chaca, etc. resident to such ecosystems possess high potentialities to become a good competitor in the tropical ornamental fish industry. Especially the weed-infested beels of this region offers a variety of microhabitats for many colourful fish species and can be considered as goldmines for indigenous ornamental fishes. Despite of such a rich natural endowments and vast potentiality, the present status of ornamental fisheries in upper Brahmaputra basin is still considered to be poor. Lack of awareness and ignorance among rural masses, deficiency of infrastructure, Govt. apathy and inefficient policies are the main underlying factors lagging behind the region in this highly promising sector. Moreover, wanton destruction of habitats, indiscriminate fishing through micro nets, poisoning, dynamiting electric fishing, etc. contribute substantially for a faster depletion of their natural stock and requires immediate and effective conservation steps. The present communication highlights on prospects of developing ornamental fisheries in this part of the globe in a sustainable way for the economic upliftment of the region
“Wildlife Tourism in Goa: An Overview”
Full text linkGoa’s wildlife tourism is a rich reservoirs of biodiversity with a bewildering range of plants and animal life. Goa is now taking a forward leap into wildlife tourism. It provides a natural habitat to a range of birds and animals in the midst of rich vegetation, well preserved bird sanctuary and five wildlife sanctuaries. An array of soft wildlife activities in Goa are now available and are increasingly popular among domestic as well as foreign tourist. A number of tour operators have made this niche segment as their sole business and their numbers are proliferating by the day. Today even tourists are seeking holidays that caters to their desire for thrill, make-believe action and exhilarating experiences. It is an area with great tourism potential, with wildlife tourism at the leading edge of development. The Government of Goa is facilitating the diversification of tourism product from traditional ‘leisure tourism’ to ‘green tourism’. The entire range of protected forest area offers the most amazing array of biodiversity, an important natural resources for ‘alternative tourism’. It has been found that newer destinations attract more tourists such as backwater tourism, eco-tourism and wild life tourism and it is emerging as the popular ones among the tourists. The Forest Department has taken initiative to promote wildlife and eco tourism to enable people to see and appreciate the rich biodiversity of the forests in the State. It is found that many of the wildlife tourism products were poorly marketed by the government. The present paper provides an overview of the wildlife tourism activities in Goa.
 
Fecundity Variations Of Indian Major Carps Catla Ctla, Labeo Rohita And Cirrhinus Mrigala In Different Waters- A Research Analysis
Full text linkResearch on the fecundity variations of Catla Catla , Labeo Rohita and Cirrhinus Mrigala in different waters is crucial for understanding their reproductive biology and optimizing aqua culture practices. The paper focussed on the growth variations of eggs in different waters like canal water, Bore well Water and mixed water. Fecundity is defined as the capacity of an individual fish to produce ripe eggs in one spawning season. The appropriateness of any fish species for successful culture and seed production depends upon proper growth reproduction and it also needs strong management. The present study was conducted to investigate the fecundity (Egg laying capacity) of an Indian Major Carp, Female brood fishes were identified and collected from Government Fisheries department. Fishes were dissected out and fecundity was estimated by using standard technique and formula. The absolute fecundity was also determined of the selected fishes. Present study was conducted in three different waters like canal water, bore water and mixed water to analyze the status of and importance of three major carps Cirrihinus Mrigala, Labeo Rohita and Catla Catla
in vitro Effects of Nicotine on Lipid Peroxidation and Motility in Cattle Bull Ejaculated Spermatozoa
Full text linkTobacco smoking, driven mainly by nicotine consumption, is a known environmental factor adversely affecting male reproductive health. This study investigates the in vitro impact of nicotine on lipid peroxidation and motility in cattle bull ejaculated spermatozoa. Nicotine exposure induced a dose-dependent increase in lipid peroxidation, as evidenced by elevated malondialdehyde (MDA) levels measured over a 120-minute period. Lipid peroxidation was measured by thiobarbituric acid-reactive substances (TBARS) and was shown to escalate significantly in nicotine-treated samples. Concurrently, sperm motility decreased significantly in nicotine-treated groups compared to controls, suggesting compromised sperm function. The findings highlight oxidative stress, mediated by reactive oxygen species, as the principal mechanism underlying nicotine-induced sperm damage. This research underscores the detrimental effects of nicotine on sperm quality through increased oxidative membrane damage and reduced motility, emphasizing the importance of targeting oxidative stress to preserve male fertility in cattle bulls.
 
“Wildlife Tourism As An Alternative For Sustainable Tourism In Goa”
Full text linkGoa a small tiny emerald land on the West Coast of India. It is best known as a tourist paradise, both in India and abroad lavishly gifted by nature for its scenic beauty and virgin beaches. Tourism in Goa is essentially Mass Tourism or rather Beach tourism. As tourism developed in Goa, the pressure on the local resources increases, gradually the danger of saturation arises and then begins the decline of physical and social environment. Goa being a small State, large tourist movement is not suited for the region.
If Alternative tourism options are promoted the burden on the beaches and subsequent problems that arise could be minimized and that the state could still offer alternative attractions to tourist and still earn substantial revenue besides giving a fillip to the economy of hinterland areas. Goa boast of an extremely diverse range of landscapes, geographical features, flora and fauna. These spots can be encouraged in order to scatter the visitor’s around Goa’s rich biodiversity of flora and fauna. Hence a shift to wildlife tourism may be necessary or more advisable for a better and continuous tourism activity which would benefit both the state as well as the tourists.
Therefore, the need of the hour is to suggest measures to promote wild life tourism. Sustainable tourism is especially important for a small state like Goa since the influx of both Indian and foreign tourists are increasing every year. This paper explores wildlife tourism as alternative for sustainable tourism in Go