Analysis of condition factor and length-weight relationship of the ribbonfish Lepturacanthus savala (Cuvier, 1829) and Trichurus lepturus (Linnaeus, 1758) off Veraval Coast

Abstract

The Landing of ribbonfish is formed by Trichurus lepturus (Linnaeus, 1758) and Lepturacanthus savala (Cuvier, 1829) along with the other co-existing ribbon fish species. The landings mainly contributed by fishing gears are trawl net and gill net at Veraval fishing harbour. Values of length-weight relationship shows length and weight are positively correlated. Value of condition factor for male and female shows effect of fecundity on the weight of the species.