Molluscan Diversity along the Selected Beaches of Kerala Coast, India

Author: Siny G. Benjamin, Meera Nair and Nandini, N.J.

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Abstract

Molluscs form a major group of organisms that makes up an integral part of ecosystems. The present study documented a survey of molluscan fauna from selected beaches in Kerala and recorded a total of 48 species classified under two classes (Gastropoda and Bivalvia). The species diversity was dominated by the Gastropoda (38) followed by the Bivalvia (9) and most of the Gastropods belonged to the order Neogastropoda. The highest molluscan diversity was observed in Kovalam. The study was conducted from July 2019 to February 2020.

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Molluscs, Gastropoda, Bivalvia, Diversity, Kerala

Conclusion

For the implementation of sustainable usage of gastropod resources and for the adoption of appropriate conservation measures, a complete understanding of the diversity of gastropod molluscs found in the coastal system is a prerequisite. For endangered species, conservation and stock-enhancement techniques must also be put into practice. These kinds of studies will be useful for developing countermeasures to overexploitation and for developing preventative measures for maintaining good species diversity.

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Siny G. Benjamin, Meera Nair and Nandini, N.J. (2023). Molluscan Diversity along the Selected Beaches of Kerala Coast, India. Biological Forum – An International Journal, 15(4): 946-950.