A comprehensive DNA barcoding of Indian freshwater fishes of the Indus River system, Beas (original) (raw)

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The study investigates the ichthyofaunal diversity of the Beas River, a key component of the Indus River system in Himachal Pradesh, India, using COI gene sequencing. Through analysis of 203 specimens, 43 fish species were identified, revealing significant genetic divergence and highlighting the need to address biodiversity conservation in the region. The research establishes a foundational DNA barcoding inventory of freshwater fish species in the Beas River and recommends protective measures for economically important and vulnerable species.