A contribution to the knowledge of the sexual size dimorphism of the narrow-clawed crayfish (Pontastacus leptodactylus Eschscholtz, 1823) from Bulgaria
| dc.contributor.author | Mollov, Ivelin | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2026-03-13T06:06:26Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2026-03-13T06:06:26Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2026-03-16 | |
| dc.description.abstract | This study examines the sexual size dimorphism in 20 adult Pontastacus leptodactylus from “Kardzhali” Dam Lake, Bulgaria, via 15 morphometric traits. MannWhitney U-tests reveal significant differences in 19 parameters: males exhibit larger carapaces and chelae (e.g., chela length SDI 42.5%), while females have wider abdomens and telsons, aligning with previous studies. The results contribute to the data on phenotypic plasticity and conservation needs, considering the scarce regional data. The present study could provide additional information for future studies and management plans. | |
| dc.identifier.issn | 1313-9916 | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://doi.uni-plovdiv.bg/handle/store/995 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.publisher | Plovdiv University Press "Paisii Hilendarski" | |
| dc.subject | morphometrics | |
| dc.subject | Pontastacus leptodactylus | |
| dc.subject | Bulgaria | |
| dc.title | A contribution to the knowledge of the sexual size dimorphism of the narrow-clawed crayfish (Pontastacus leptodactylus Eschscholtz, 1823) from Bulgaria | |
| dc.type | Article |