Abnormalities and diseases observed in commercial fish catches from Biscayne Bay, Florida. [Mugil cephalus, Micropogon undulatus]

Journal Article · Sat Oct 01 04:00:00 EDT 1988 · Water Resources Bulletin; (USA)

OSTI ID:7024560

Skinner, R H; Kandrashoff, W

Many of the most productive fishing grounds in the United States are estuaries and bays which are located near population and industrial centers, and therefore subjected to pollution. Observations made on 17 fish species from commercial catches harvested in north Biscayne Bay, Florida, an urban area, showed high numbers of individuals suffering from abnormalities and diseases. Seven groups of disorders most frequently affected bottom feeders. Fin and integumental hemorrhages occurred in all individuals in 26 of 43 catches of Mugil cephalus (striped mullet), and in all individuals in 24 of 30 catches of Micropogon undulatus (Atlantic croaker). Disorders occurring consistently in a location exposed to pollutants, but uncommon in other areas of the species' range, point to environmental stress as a probable cause.

• OSTI ID: 7024560
• Journal Information: Water Resources Bulletin; (USA), Journal Name: Water Resources Bulletin; (USA) Vol. 24:5; ISSN WARBA; ISSN 0043-1370
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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