Pike, Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 1995 Biology and exploitation Fish & Fisheries Series, Vol. 19

Pike and related fish form an important part of aquatic ecosystems and are also commercially very valuable. This title provides full coverage of the biology, ecology and exploitation of this important group of fish and will be invaluable for fisheries scientists, fish biologists, aquatic scientists, ecologists and environmental scientists.

Preface. Taxonomy and distribution. Reproduction of pike: gametogenesis, gamete biology and early development. Role of vegetation in the life cycle of pike. Age, growth and environmental requirements of pike. Energetics. Pike and some aspects of its dependence on vegetation. Parasites, diseases and disorders. Population dynamics, predation and role in the community. Fisheries and economics. References. Author index. Species index. Subject index.

Pike and related fish form an important part of aquatic ecosystems and are also commercially very valuable. This title provides full coverage of the biology, ecology and exploitation of this important group of fish and will be invaluable for fisheries scientists, fish biologists, aquatic scientists, ecologists and environmental scientists.