Ichthyofauna of Khuram dam located in district Karak K.P.K, Pakistan

Abstract

The main objective of the research work was to find out the diversity of ichthyofauna of Khuram dam located in district Karak K.P.K, Pakistan. In the present study six species were identified, the five species belongs to single family Cyprinidae i.e. Cyprinus Carpio, Crossocheilus diplochilus, Ctenopharyngodon idella, Salmophasia bacaila, Aspidoparia morar and one species belong to family Siluridae i.e. Ompok Pabda. So from the present study, it may be concluded that Khuram dam is favorable for fish survival and hatchery. Hence, our study will provide useful information about the diversity of fish fauna of Khuram dam that could be later valuable in systematic, fisheries management and conservation.