N A L A N D A O P E N U N I V E R S I T Y
M.Sc. Zoology, Part-II
PAPER-XVI
(Ichthyology and Inland Fisheries)
Annual Examination, 2016
Time: 3 Hours. Full Marks: 80
Answer five questions in all, selecting at least Two Questions from each Group.
All Questions carry equal marks.
GROUP
1. Give an account of structure and functions of acoustico-lateral line system in fishes.
2. Describe the structure of gastro-intestinal trach of any carnivore fish and add a note on its
feeding habit.
3. Define estuary and describe the estuarine fisheries of India.
4. Classify fishes up to orders with atleast one example of each order.
5. Write notes on any Two of the following:
Gill ventilation
Opercular suction pump
Condrichthyes
Plankton feeders
GROUP
6. Describe artificial breeding in fishes.
7. Give an account of Prawn Culture in sea water in India.
8. Describe the fish diseases caused by various crustaceans with treatment.
9. Describe the Control of physico-chemical factors in management of fish farms.
10. Write notes on any Two of the following:
Gear and crafts
Fish Liver Oil
Mahajal
Brakish Water