Fish Species Composition in River Yadzaram, Mubi-North Adamawa State, Nigeria

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@article{1709075,
      author = {Buba, Z. M., Isa, D. T., Hamawa S. S.},
      title = {Fish Species Composition in River Yadzaram, Mubi-North Adamawa State, Nigeria},
      journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
      year = {2025},
      volume = {8},
      number = {12},
      pages = {787-793},
      issn = {2456-8880},
      url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1709075.pdf},
      abstract = {Fish are important because they contribute 17% of the global animal protein. Fish and fisheries have been increasingly threatened or even disrupted by man-made induced environmental changes, such as pollution, clearance for farmlands and cutting of trees for firewood (deforestation). Habitat alteration like river impoundment, poor management and over exploitation, this decreases resource availability, does not only resulted in poor income but also in well-being of fishing households and community. The aim of this study was to conduct a comprehensive investigation on the fish species composition in River Yadzaram, Mubi-North, Adamawa State, Nigeria, from May to July 2024-December 2024. A total of 11 species from 11 families were identified, with Oreochromis niloticus being the most abundant (70 individuals), followed by Citharinus citharus (54 individuals), while Clarias gariepinus and Schilbe uranoscupas were the least represented (3 individuals each). The highest species distribution was recorded in July, attributed to favourable environmental factors such as increased water volume and temperature, food availability, and breeding season. The findings suggest that Oreochromis niloticus plays a dominant ecological role in the river, reflecting similar trends observed in other Nigerian freshwater bodies. Seasonal variations significantly affected fish species abundance and distribution. The researcher highlights the need for further investigation into the factors influencing low species richness and also recommends habitat restoration, sustainable fishing practices, and a long-term monitoring program to preserve the river?s biodiversity.},
      keywords = {Yadzaram mubi-north, Oreochromis},
      month = {June},
  }