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Zakeri F, Taherizadeh M R, Safaei M. Assessment and comparison of metal contamination in the muscle tissue of lined piggy fish, Pomadasys stridens (Forsskål, 1775) in Persian Gulf (coastal waters of Tiyab and Lengeh). J. Aqua. Eco 2025; 15 (1) :57-69
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This study assessed the concentrations of heavy metals—lead (Pb), nickel (Ni), zinc (Zn), iron (Fe), and cadmium (Cd)—in the muscle tissue of Pomadasys stridens (Forsskål, 1775). A total of 60 fish specimens were collected in 2021 (year 1400 in the Iranian calendar) from two coastal locations in Hormozgan Province: Bandar Lengeh and Bandar Tiyab (30 samples from each). Biometric data, including total length and weight, were recorded prior to laboratory analysis. Muscle tissues were dried and subjected to chemical digestion, and metal concentrations were measured using atomic absorption spectrophotometry (AAS) with a graphite furnace. Results indicated significant biometric differences between the two locations, with fish from Bandar Tiab being larger than those from Bandar Lengeh. Significant differences (p < 0.05) in lead and zinc concentrations were also observed between the two sites. Overall, the concentration of all metals—except lead—was higher in samples from Bandar Tiyab. Compared to international standards and similar studies, the contamination levels suggested a low risk associated with consuming P. stridens from these regions. Additionally, no significant correlation was found between fish size (length and weight) and heavy metal accumulation.
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