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The Amazon Basin's rivers, estuaries and tributaries are home to as
many as 1000 species of catfish. In this work, two scientists offer
a natural history of the Amazon giant catfish and its central place
as a source of food and income within the ecology and economy of
the Amazon Basin. While focusing primarily on two species of giant
catfish - known locally as Dourada and Piramutaba - the authors
also present illustrated accounts of 13 distinct large fish. Their
research yields strong statistical data and field observations that
illustrate the catfishes' extensive migratory range and presents
solid evidence of animal species requiring or using a large part of
the basin for their ecological needs. This text also proposes
techniques for the careful management of this resource to ensure
its survival for future generations. This study should be a useful
reference for marine and conservation biologists in the field,
ecologists, resource management professionals and development
workers.
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