title: Gametogenic development and spawning of the freshwater clam, Galatea paradoxa (Born 1778) from the Volta River Estuary, Ghana.
abstract: The study focused on the reproductive cycle of Galatea paradoxa (Born 1778), a major species for artisanal fishery in the Volta River estuary, Ghana. Condition indices and histological observation of the gonads revealed that G. paradoxa has a single spawning event between July and October. Gametogenesis started in December progressing steadily to a peak in June-July when spawning began until November when individuals were spent. Condition and gonadal indices showed a clear relationship with the gametogenic stages.
authors.forename: D
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Adjei-Boateng
authors.forename: J G
authors.initials: JG
authors.lastname: Wilson
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D049872:Bivalvia / Q000502:physiology*; D063366:Estuaries; D005618:Fresh Water; D005718:Gametogenesis; D005869:Ghana; D006066:Gonads / Q000254:growth & development; D012098:Reproduction; D012621:Seasons