Status of Intertidal Biodiversity of Narara Reef Marine National Park, Gulf of Kachchh, Gujarat

Adhavan D, Kamboj RD, Chavd

Abstract

Status of Intertidal Biodiversity of Narara Reef Marine National Park, Gulf of Kachchh, Gujarat Narara reef, part of Gulf of Kachchh Marine National park is diversified with variety of intertidal organisms like sponges, coral, anemone, fishes, octopus etc. and add uniqueness to the niche. The natural and anthropogenic threats act as a barrier for this ecosystem. However, the organisms adapted to survive in this stressful environment. It is need of the hour, to save the ecosystem with proper regulation and sustainable research. The organism encountered during the field survey and their distribution is also recorded.