Estimación de la edad y el crecimiento de la merluza austral Merluccius australis (Hutton, 1872) del Mar Argentino

Southern hake (Merluccius australis) age and growth were estimated using sagittae otoliths obtained in research cruises and observers programs in the Argentine Sea (SW Atlantic). The only annual growth ring observed, formed by two bands, one hyaline and another opaque, corresponded to winter and summer growth, respectively. According to the analysis of otoliths edge, birthday was established on 1st July. Within the age range observed, that comprised 3-18 year old specimens, age groups 7, 8 and 9 were the most frequently identified in both sexes. Growth parameters estimates showed significant differences between them.

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Gorini, F.L., Abachian, V.E., Giussi, A.R.
Format: Journal Contribution biblioteca
Language:Spanish / Castilian
Published: 2010
Subjects:Merluccius australis, Atlántico Sudoccidental, Argentina, marine environment, Age determination, Age groups, Growth rings, Otoliths, ,
Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/1834/4223
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