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Notes on the southernmost record of Pacific Beakfish, Oplegnathus insignis (Kner, 1867) (Perciformes, Oplegnathidae)

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: A unique specimen of Beakfish, Oplegnathus insignis (Kner, 1867), was captured off the coast of Chañaral as a bycatch in a fishing net in northern Chile, extending its known range in Chilean territory by 370 km to the south. This study discusses the significance of this geographical extension for the establish‑ ment of local populations of the species associated to an inshore zone in the desert coast of northern Chile and for conducting further research to promote conservation of this species.

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DOI: 10.15560/20.6.1316

Authors: Felipe Méndez-Abarca, Renzo Pepe-Victoriano, Enrique A. Mundaca

Language: English

Topic: Fish Biology and Ecology Studies

Subfield: Aquatic Science

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Life below water

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $161

Funder: Universidad Arturo Prat