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The First Record of the Wetland Goby Rhinogobius similis Gill, 1859 in the Qeshlaq River– Western Iran
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Eisa Hajiradkouchak   , Behzad Rahnama * , Hasan Fazli , Mohammad Ali Afraei Banpei , Hasan Nasrollahzadeh Saravi , Fereidoon Owfi |
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Abstract: (59 Views) |
Non-native fish species, as one of the major threats to biodiversity, have been introduced by humans into various watersheds around the world for purposes such as aquaculture, recreational fishing, disease control, and more. The pond goby (Rhinogobius similis), a non-native and invasive species, has been reported in multiple watersheds, including the Caspian, Urmia, and Harirod basins. In this study, the presence of this species is reported for the first time in the Tigris River basin, along with a checklist of fish species from the Qeshlaq River. The findings highlight the urgent need for greater attention to prevent the spread of non-native fish species.
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| Keywords: Rhinogobius similis, non-native, watershed, Qeshlaq River, Kurdistan Province |
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Type of Study: Research |
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Received: 2024/12/1 | Accepted: 2025/03/8 | Published: 2025/06/27
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