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Molecular Characterization on the Morphotypes of Amphiprion clarkii (Bennett, 1830) from Indian Waters with Biogeographic Notes

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Yellowtail clownfish, Amphiprion clarkii (Bennett, 1830), is a member of the family Pomacentridae and are commonly occur in Indo-Pacific waters. It is a commercially important fish for ornamental trade worldwide. The present study aimed to study the molecular identification of three morphotypes of Amphiprion clarkii collected from Lakshadweep (vivid yellowish), Gulf of Mannar (golden yellowish), and Andaman Islands (dark black), respectively. Molecular characterization was carried out using, mitochondrial genes such as 12S, 16S and COI, the results showed that three morphotypes were found together with common clade and have not differed significantly. Additionally, the biogeographic distribution of the A. clarkii was studied in the Indo-Pacific Ocean. Three different populations have considerable genetic divergences such as the Indo-West Pacific Ocean, Papua New Guinea, and Australia populations, where environmental features and climatic conditions may play an important role in the evolutionary relationship of the continent.

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The authors are thankful to the Director, ICAR—National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources (NBFGR) for the facilities and encouragement. We are also extending gratitude to the authorities of Sree Narayana College, Cherthala, Kerala. Mangrove Foundation of Govt. of Maharashtra is acknowledged for financial support.

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    Vyshnavi Devi S, Salitha S & Jasmine Anand

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S, V.D., S, S., Jose, S. et al. Molecular Characterization on the Morphotypes of Amphiprion clarkii (Bennett, 1830) from Indian Waters with Biogeographic Notes. Thalassas 37, 477–485 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s41208-021-00330-3

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