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Introduction to Freshwater Fishes and Their Conservation

Introduction to Freshwater Fishes and Their Conservation Freshwater fishes are the most threatened large taxon in the world [Carrizo et al ., ; see also Freshwater Fish Specialist Group (FFSG): http://www.iucnffsg.org ]. While fresh waters are globally scarce (<0·3% of available surface water) they are an ichthyofaunal ‘hotspot’ with >15 000 species, representing c. 53% of all fishes and 25% of all vertebrates. Fresh water is essential for all life (humans, domestic livestock, wild animals, plants and microorganisms) and freshwater fishes are a direct indicator of the health of our planet. Most of the threats to their survival are human induced (Reid et al ., ). Hence, in the long term, our own future will be jeopardized, unless we recognize the high intrinsic and commercial value of fishes and the supporting ecosystem, and take necessary care (Baillie et al ., ; Barnosky et al ., ). It is essential, therefore, to improve on environmental monitoring and, where appropriate, develop efficient and effective conservation actions. Zoos and aquariums are often well placed to engage in these activities in partnership with others. The theme for this volume of the International Zoo Yearbook (IZY) picks up on this aspect and reflects aspirations of the Global Aquarium Strategy for http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png International Zoo Yearbook Wiley

Introduction to Freshwater Fishes and Their Conservation

McGregor Reid, Gordon
International Zoo Yearbook , Volume 47 (1) – Jan 1, 2013
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Freshwater fishes are the most threatened large taxon in the world [Carrizo et al ., ; see also Freshwater Fish Specialist Group (FFSG): http://www.iucnffsg.org ]. While fresh waters are globally scarce (<0·3% of available surface water) they are an ichthyofaunal ‘hotspot’ with >15 000 species, representing c. 53% of all fishes and 25% of all vertebrates. Fresh water is essential for all life (humans, domestic livestock, wild animals, plants and microorganisms) and freshwater fishes are a direct indicator of the health of our planet. Most of the threats to their survival are human induced (Reid et al ., ). Hence, in the long term, our own future will be jeopardized, unless we recognize the high intrinsic and commercial value of fishes and the supporting ecosystem, and take necessary care (Baillie et al ., ; Barnosky et al ., ). It is essential, therefore, to improve on environmental monitoring and, where appropriate, develop efficient and effective conservation actions. Zoos and aquariums are often well placed to engage in these activities in partnership with others. The theme for this volume of the International Zoo Yearbook (IZY) picks up on this aspect and reflects aspirations of the Global Aquarium Strategy for

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Published: Jan 1, 2013

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