Some Biological Characteristics of Picarel (Spicara smaris, Linnaeus 1758) in the Eastern Black Sea Coast of Turkey

[摘要] In this study, the following biological characteristics of picarel (Spicara smaris, Linnaeus 1758) in the Eastern Black Sea Coast have been examined: sex and age distribution, growth in length and weight, growth rates, condition factor and spawning period. A total of 456 individuals, ranged between age groups I-VI, have been composed by 61.41 % females, 38.58 a/o males. The length and weight differences between females and males were significant in age group II (P

[学科分类] 生物科学（综合）

[关键词] Eastern Black Sea;Picarel (Spicara smaris);Growth;Condition Factor;Spawning