Mengenal Monacanthidae : Karakteristik Morfologi Dan Kunci Petunjuk Identifikasi

Seagrass meadows are among the most productive aquatic ecosystems in the biosphere and may increase biodiversity of associated organisms. Due to the high primary production and a complex habitat structure, meadows formed by seagrasses support a variety of benthic, demersal and pelagic organisms. Many fish and shellfish species, including those of commercial interest, are attracted to seagrass habitats for foraging and shelter, especially during their juvenile life stages. Some of marine fish were permanent residents and the others were casual residents. The seagrass associated-fish that is commonly found were Monacanthidae. This paper will discuss about diagnostic morphological characteristics, habitats, biology, food, and key guide to identify. Keywords : Seagrass, Habitat, Fish, Monacanthidae, Neritic Terbitan Berkala Ilmiah (ilmu kelautan dan perikanan), Tahun 2010, Volume 2 nomor 1 , 38 Hal