Observations on Food and Feeding Habits of Lizardfish (Saurida tumbil) Landed along Veraval Coast

摘要

Lizardfish fishery in Veraval is mainly supported by Saurida tumbil. It is exploited by trawls and gillnets throughout the year. The length range of S. tumbil was found to be 15.20-39.90 cm. The food was mostly comprised of fishes, shrimps and squids. Food and feeding analysis confirmed the carnivorous feeding behavior of this species. Highest quantity of fish food (77.74%) in gut content was observed during April.