The collection of Lessepsian Fishes in the Istanbul University, Science Faculty, Hydrobiology Museum
Abstract
The Istanbul University, Science Faculty, Hydrobiology Museum holds the only documented fish collection of Turkey. It contains 318 specimens belonging to 29 Lessepsian fish species. The aim of this paper is to present the collection of Lessepsian fishes in the museum.
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Details
Primary Language
English
Subjects
Structural Biology, Hydrobiology
Journal Section
Research Article
Authors
Cem Dalyan
Türkiye
Publication Date
August 6, 2017
Submission Date
June 13, 2017
Acceptance Date
July 3, 2017
Published in Issue
Year 2017 Volume: 1 Number: 1