Population dynamics of freshwater oyster Etheria elliptica (Bivalvia: Etheriidae) in the Pendjari River (Benin-Western Africa)

Etheria elliptica (Bivalvia: Etheriidae) is the only freshwater oyster occurring in Africa. The current study provides the first data on the population structure, growth, age, mortality and exploitation status of this species in the Pendjari River. E. elliptica length-frequency data were co...

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Main Authors: Akélé G.D., Agadjihouèdé H., Mensah G.A., Lalèyè P.A.
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: EDP Sciences 2015-01-01
Series:Knowledge and Management of Aquatic Ecosystems
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1051/kmae/2015002