한국 여수에 서식하는 개조개(Saxidomus purpuratus)의 산란생태

Abstract

The reproductive biology of the Washington clam Saxidomus purpuratus, from Yeosu, Korea was investigated based on 699 individuals collected from January to December 2022. The sex ratio of this species was not significantly different from a 1:1 (male:female) sex ratio (P>0.05). Monthly changes in gonadosomatic index were analyzed to estimate the spawning season. The reproductive cycle of this species can be divided into the following stages: active (Jan.–Mar.), ripe (Mar.–Nov.), spent (Apr.–Dec.), and degenerative (Jun.–Dec.) stages. The spawning period ranged from March to December with the main periods being from April to June and from September to November. The shell length at 50% female group maturity (SL50) was estimated to be 60.2 mm.