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<p>Wetlands are vital ecosystems that support rich biodiversity and provide essential ecological services. India hosts the highest number of Ramsar sites in Asia (98 sites), yet the fish diversity of these wetlands remains poorly documented. In this context, this short communication synthesises national and global research on ichthyofauna in Ramsar wetlands (1971–2025), revealing that most of the Indian studies emerged only after 2001 and, despite growth over the past two decades, remain limited compared to global research efforts. Fish diversity research was conducted with a few wetlands like Chilika Lake and Sundarbans, while 60 sites remain unexplored. The absence of systematic surveys hampers understanding of ecological functions, conservation priorities, and sustainable management. Comprehensive seasonal surveys, the use of modern biodiversity tools (eDNA, GIS, integrative taxonomy), and a centralised database are essential to support conservation planning, sustainable fisheries management, and achievement of national and international biodiversity targets.</p>

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Fish for Future: A Strategic Outlook from Indian Ramsar Wetlands

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  • 发表日期：

    2026年4月17日

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  • M. Dinesh,
  • Ganesan Kantharajan,
  • T. T. Ajith Kumar,
  • Kajal Chakraborty

摘要

Wetlands are vital ecosystems that support rich biodiversity and provide essential ecological services. India hosts the highest number of Ramsar sites in Asia (98 sites), yet the fish diversity of these wetlands remains poorly documented. In this context, this short communication synthesises national and global research on ichthyofauna in Ramsar wetlands (1971–2025), revealing that most of the Indian studies emerged only after 2001 and, despite growth over the past two decades, remain limited compared to global research efforts. Fish diversity research was conducted with a few wetlands like Chilika Lake and Sundarbans, while 60 sites remain unexplored. The absence of systematic surveys hampers understanding of ecological functions, conservation priorities, and sustainable management. Comprehensive seasonal surveys, the use of modern biodiversity tools (eDNA, GIS, integrative taxonomy), and a centralised database are essential to support conservation planning, sustainable fisheries management, and achievement of national and international biodiversity targets.