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An annually updated list of refereed articles on research undertaken by KMFRI scientists, including research activities undertaken in collaboration with partners since 1979 (Updated on 24th May 2009).

2009 Go Top

Anam, R. O.(2009) Some Aspects of the Biology of the Catfish in Chekoilel River, BSc Thesis, Moi University.

Oduor-Odote and Obiero M.O. (2009) Lipid Oxidation and Organoleptic Response to Some Smoked Marine Fish in Kenya. Re-submitted to the African Journal of Food, Agriculture and Nutrition Development. African Journal of Food Nutrition and Development Volume 9 No. 3

Boaz O. Ohowa. Evaluation of the effectiveness of the regulatory regime in
the management of oil pollution in Kenya.  Ocean & Coastal Management 52 (2009) 17–21


Kobingi, Nyakeya, Raburu, Philip Okoth, Masese, Frank Onderi and Gichuki, John. Assessment of pollution impacts on the ecological integrity of the Kisian and Kisat rivers in Lake Victoria drainage basin, Kenya. African Journal of Environmental Science and Technology Vol. 3 (4), pp. 097-107, April, 2009

Beatrice I. Crona , Patrik Ro¨nnback, Narriman Jiddawi , Jacob Ochiewo ,Sam Maghimbi , Saloma˜o Bandeira. Murky water: Analyzing risk perception and stakeholder vulnerability related to sewage impacts in mangroves of East Africa, Global Environmental Change 19 (2009) 227–239

Mohamed Omar Said Mohamed, Griet Neukermans, James Gitundu Kairo, Farid Dahdouh-Guebas and Nico Koedam. Mangrove forests in a peri-urban setting: the case of Mombasa (Kenya). Wetlands Ecology and Management Volume 17, Number 3 / June, Pages 243-255, 2009

2008 Go Top

Oduor-Odote, P.M and Dr. Kazungu J.M. (2008).   The Body Composition of Low Value Fish and their  Preparation into a Higher Value Snack Food.  Western Indian Ocean Journal of Marine Sciences. Vol 7 No 1 pp 1-7

Oduor-Odote, P.M. ; Ohowa, B.O. ; Obiero, M. (2008). Performance of Improved and Traditional Fish Smoking Kilns Introduced in the Tana Delta Area of Kenya. Samaki News. Vol. V No 1 April 2008 p23-28

J.O. Bosire, J.G. Kairo, J. Kazungu, N. Koedam, F. Dahdouh-Guebas, Spatial and Temporal Regeneration Dynamics in Ceriops tagal ( Perr.) C.B. Rob. (Rhizophoraceae) Mangrove Forests in Kenya. Western Indian Ocean J. Mar. Sci. Vol. 7, No. 1, pp. 69–80, 2008

G. Neukermans F. Dahdouh-Guebas. J. G. Kairo  N. Koedam Mangrove Species and Stand Mapping in Gazi Bay (Kenya) using Quickbird Satellite Imagery. Spatial Science Vol. 53, No. 1, June 2008

F. Tamooh , M. Huxhamd, M. Karachi, M. Mencuccini, J.G. Kairo, B. Kirui Below-ground root yield and distribution in natural and replanted mangrove
forests at Gazi bay, Kenya. Forest Ecology and Management 256 (2008) 1290–1297

D. Di Nitto, F. Dahdouh-Guebas, J. G. Kairo, H. Decleir, N. Koedam1Digital terrain modelling to investigate the effects of sea level rise on mangrove propagule establishment

James G. Kairo , Joseph K.S. Lang’at, Farid Dahdouh-Guebas,
Jared Bosire, Moses Karachi. Structural development and productivity of replanted mangrove plantations in Kenya. Forest Ecology and Management 255 (2008) 2670–2677

Joseph Nyingi Kamau, Anthony Gachanja, Catherine Ngila,
Johnson Michael Kazungu and Mingzhe Zhai. Anthropogenic and seasonal influences on the dynamics of selected heavy metals in Lake Naivasha, Kenya. Lakes & Reservoirs: Research and Management 2008 13: 145–154

M. Njiru, J. Kazungu, C. C. Ngugi, J. Gichuki and L. Muhoozi.An overview of the current status of lake Victoria fishery: Opportunities, challenges and management strategies. Lakes and Reservoirs: Research and Management 2008 13:1-12.

Bernard Y. K. Kirui,  Mark Huxham,  James Kairo and  Martin Skov. Influence of species richness and environmental context on early survival of replanted mangroves at Gazi bay, Kenya. Hydrobiologia (2008) 603:171–181

Marco Vannini · Elisha Mrabu · Stefano Cannicci · Rocco Rorandelli · Sara Fratini. Rhythmic vertical migration of the gastropod Cerithidea decollate in a Kenyan mangrove forest. Mar Biol (2008) 153:1047–1053

M. Njiru, J. Ojuok, A. Getabu, T. Jembe, M. Owili, and C. Ngugi. Increasing dominance of Nile tilapia, Oreochromis niloticus (L) in Lake Victoria, Kenya: Consequences for the Nile perch Lates niloticus (L) fishery. Aquatic Ecosystem Health & Management, 11(1):42–49, 2008.

 

J.S. Eklo¨ , M. de la Torre-Castro , M. Gullstro, J. Uku c, N. Muthiga , T. Lyimo , S.O. Bandeira. Sea urchin overgrazing of seagrasses: A review of current knowledge on causes, consequences, and management. Estuarine, Coastal and Shelf Science 79 (2008) 569–580

J.O. Bosire , F. Dahdouh-Guebas , M. Walton , B.I. Crona , R.R. Lewis III, C. Field , J.G. Kairo , N. Koedam. Functionality of restored mangroves: A review. Aquatic Botany 89 (2008) 251–259

 E.N. Kimani, K.M. Mavuti, T.K. Mukiama and N. Wambiji. Macrofauna Settlement on Pearl Oyster Collectors in Kenya: Seasonality and Abundance, WIO Journal of Marine Science, Volume 7(1), Pages  81-94,  2008
. P.M. Oduor-Odote and J.M. Kazungu. The Body Composition of Low Value Fish and their Preparation into a Higher Value Snack Food. WIO Journal of Marine Science, Volume 7(1), Pages 111-117, 2008
M. Huxham, E. Kimani and J. Augley. The Fish Community of an East African Mangrove: Effects of Turbidity and Distance from the Sea. WIO Journal of Marine Science, Volume 7(1), Pages 57-67, 2008

 

2007 Go Top

J. Ojuok, M. Njiru, J. Mugo, G. Morara, E. Wakwabi and C. Ngugi. Increase dominance of common carp, Cyprinus carpio L: the boon or the bane of Lake Naivasha fisheries? Afr. J. Ecol., 46, 445–448, 2007

J.J. Bolton , H.A. Oyieke , P. Gwada. The seaweeds of Kenya: Checklist, history of seaweed study, coastal environment, and analysis of seaweed diversity and biogeography. South African Journal of Botany 73 (2007) 76–88
3.  Jacqueline Uku. Characterization and comparison of prokaryotic epiphytes associated with three East African Seagrasses. J. Phycol. 43, 768–779 (2007)

. M. HUXHAM, E. KIMANI, J. NEWTON AND J. AUGLEY. Stable isotope records from otoliths as tracers of fish migration in a mangrove system. Journal of Fish Biology (2007) 70, 1554–1567

 

2006 Go Top

Dahdouh-Guebas, F., A. Verheyden, J.G . Kairo , L.P Jayatissa & N. Koedam (2006). Capacity building in tropical coastal resource monitoring in developing countries: a re-appreciation of the oldest remote sensing method.  International Journal of Sustainable Development and World Ecology 13(1): 62-76.

Njiru, M . Ojuok,  J.E . Okeyo-Owuor, J.B. Muchiri , M. Ntiba, M.J. Cowx, I.G. (2006) Some biological aspects and life history strategies of Nile tilapia Oreochromis niloticus (L.) in Lake Victoria, Kenya .  African Journal of Ecology ., Vol. 44, no. (1)30–37 .

Liti, D.M. Waidbacher, H. Straif, M. Mbaluka, R.K. Munguti , J.M . Kyenze, M.M.( 2006 ) Effects of partial and complete replacement of freshwater shrimp meal ( Caridinea niloticus Roux) with a mixture of plant protein sources on growth performance of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus L.) in fertilized ponds . Aquaculture Research , Vol. 37, pp. 477-483.

Liti, D.M. R.M. Mugo, J.M. Munguti , H. Waidbacher ( 2006). Growth and economic performance of Nile tilapia ( Oreochromis niloticus L.) fed on three brans (maize, wheat and rice) in fertilized ponds. Aquaculture Nutrition Vol. 12(3): 239-245 .

2005 Go Top

Oduor-Odote P.M, Struszczyk MH, Peter MG. (2005). Physicochemical properties of Chitosan in Some Crustacean  Species from Kenya and in Blowfly  larvae. Western Indian Ocean Journal of Marine Sciences.Vol 4 No.1 p 99-107

Angwenyi, C.M . and Rydberg, L. (2005). Wave-driven circulation across the coral reef at Bamburi lagoon,  Kenya. Estuarine Coastal and Shelf Science 63:447-454

Bosire, J. O., F . Dahdouh-Guebas, J. G. Kairo , F. Dehairs, J. Kazungu , N. Koedam (2005). Litter degradation and C: N dynamics in reforested mangrove plantations. Biological Conservation, 126:287 – 295

Bosire, J. O ., F. Dahdouh-Guebas, J. G., Kairo , J. Kazungu , N. Koedam (2005). Propagule predation regulates natural regeneration in a high-density reforested mangrove plantation. Marine Ecology Progress Series , 299:157-166

Bosire, J.O., J.G.Kairo, J. Kazungu , N. Koedam & F. Dahdouh-Guebas (2005). Predation on propagules regulates regeneration in a high-density reforested mangrove plantation.  Marine Ecology Progress Series 299:149-155.

Bosire, J.O. , F. Dahdouh-Guebas, J.G. Kairo, J. Kazungu , F. Dehairs & N. Koedam (2005). Litter degradation and CN dynamics in reforested mangrove plantations at Gazi Bay,   Kenya . Biological Conservation 126: 287-296.

Charo-Karisa , H . M.A. Rezk, H. Bovenhuis, and H. Komen (2005). Heritability of cold tolerance in Nile tilapia, Oreochromis niloticus , juveniles. Aquaculture 249(1-4):115-123

Dahdouh-Guebas, F., L.P. Jayatissa, D. Di Nitto, J.O. Bosire , D. Lo Seen and N. Koedam (2005). How effective were mangroves as a defense against the recent tsunami? Current Biology 15: R443-447.

Liti, D., L. Cherop, Munguti, J . and Lim Chhorn (2005). Growth and economic performance of Nile tilapia ( Oreochromis niloticus L.) fed on two formulated diets and two locally available feeds in fertilized ponds . Aquaculture Research 36:746-752

Kitheka , J U . , Obiero , M . Nthenge , P . (2005). River discharge, sediment transport and exchange in the Tana estuary, Kenya . Estuarine and coastal shelf Science  63: 455-468

Maithya, J., Charo, H., Okeyo-Owuor, J.B., Wangila, B.C.C., Ouma, H ., Orinda, C., Hoggren, M., Dannewitz, J. and Carlsson, M. (2005). Aquaculture strategy for restoration of threatened Lake Victoria fishes: The case for Oreochromis variabilis (Boulenger, 1906) and Labeo victorianus (Boulenger, 1901) pp. 445-466. Published by Lake Victoria Environmental management Project (LVEMP) 2005. In: Knowledge and Experiences gained from managing Lake Victoria Ecosystem . Colour print (T) Limited, Dar-Es-Salaam, Tanzania. 725pp.

Masai, D. M., Ojuok, J.E. and Ojwang, W . (2005). Fish species composition, distribution and abundance in Lake Victoria basin, Kenya. Pp. 325-337.Published by Lake Victoria Environmental management Project (LVEMP) 2005. In: Knowledge and Experiences gained from managing Lake Victoria Ecosystem . Colour print (T) Limited, Dar-Es-Salaam, Tanzania. 725pp.

Mwashote, B.M. Ohowa, B.O. Wawiye, P.O. (2005) Spatial and Temporal Distribution of Dissolved Inorganic Nutrients and Phytoplankton in Mida Creek, Kenya. Wetlands Ecology and Management , 13( 6): 599-614

Merrifield M. A., Firing Y. L., Aarup T., Magori C ., Brundrit G., and Turetsky N. (2005): Tide Gauge Observations of the Indian Ocean Tsunami, December 26, 2004. Geophysical Research Letters . Vol. 32, GLO22610, pp1-4.

Njiru, M ., Okeyo-Owuor, J.B., Muchiri, M. and Cowx, I.G. (2005). Some aspects of Nile tilapia Oreochromis niloticus (L.) Population characteristics in Lake Victoria, Kenya. Pp. 299-308. Published by Lake Victoria Environmental management Project (LVEMP) 2005. In: Knowledge and Experiences gained from managing Lake Victoria Ecosystem . Colour print (T) Limited, Dar-Es-Salaam, Tanzania. 725pp.

Odote , P.M.O., Struszczk, M.H. Peter, M.G. (2005). Characterisation of chitosan from blowfly larvae and some crustacean species from Kenya Marine  Waters prepared under different conditions . Western  Indian Ocean Journal of Marine Science , 4(1): 99-107 .

Ojuok, J.E . (2005). Distribution, status and some aspects of the biology of two non-cichlid native fishes of Lake Victoria, Kenya. Pp. 309-317.Published by Lake Victoria Environmental management Project (LVEMP) 2005. In: Knowledge and Experiences gained from managing Lake Victoria Ecosystem . Colour print (T) Limited, Dar-Es-Salaam, Tanzania. 725pp

Skov, M. HartnolL, R.G. Ruwa , R.K . Shunula, J.P. Vannini, M. Cannicci, S. (2005). Marching to a different drummer: Crabs Synchronize Reproduction to a 14-Month Lunar-Tidal Cycle . Ecology  86 (5):1164–1171 .

Uku J., S. Beer and M. Björk (2005). Buffer Sensitive Photosynthetic Carbon Acquisition by East African seagrasses. Marine Biology 147: 1085 – 1090.

Uku, J . Bjork, M. (2005). Productivity aspects of three tropical seagrass species in areas of different nutrient levels in Kenya . Estuarine, Coastal and Shelf Science   63 (3): 407-420

Van Der Elst, R. P., Everett, B. I., Jiddawi, N., Mwatha, G. K ., Alfonso, P. S., and Boulle, D.( 2005). Fish, fishers and Fisheries of the Western Indian Ocean: Their diversity and status, a preliminary assessment. Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society of London 363: 1-22

2004 Go Top

Aloo, P.A. Anam, R.O . Mwangi, J.N. (2004). Metazoan parasites of some commercially important fish along the Kenyan coast . Western  Indian Ocean Journal of Marine Science , 3(1): 71–78 .

Anouk, V., J. G. Kairo , H. Beeckman, N. Koedam( 2004). Growth rings, growth ring formation and age determination in the mangrove Rhizophora mucronata. Annals of  Botany 94:59-66

Bosire, J ., F. Dahdouh-Guebas, J.G. Kairo , S. Cannicci & N. Koedam (2004). Spatial variations in macrobenthic fauna recolonisation in a tropical mangrove bay . Biodiversity and Conservation 13(6): 1059-1074

Charo-Karisa , H ., Rezk , MA, Bovenhuis, H., Komen, H., (2004). Effects of rearing conditions. on low-temperature tolerance of Nile tilapia, Oreochromis niloticus juveniles.In: Bolivar, R. Mair, G. Fitzzimons, K. eds . New dimensions in farmed tilapia. Proceedings of the 6 th International Symposium on tilapia in Aquaculture, Manila pp. 30-41

Dahdouh-Guebas, F., I. Van Pottelbergh, J.G. Kairo , S. Cannicci & N. Koedam (2004). Human-impacted mangroves in Gazi (Kenya): predicting future vegetation based on retrospective remote sensing, social surveys, and distribution of trees . Marine Ecology Progress Series 272: 77-92.

Dahdouh-Guebas, F., R. De Bondt, P.D. Abeysinghe, J.G. Kairo , S. Cannicci, L. Triest & N. Koedam (2004). Ecologic-comparative study of the disjunct zonation pattern of the grey mangrove Avicennia marina (Forsk.) Vierh. in Gazi Bay (Kenya).  Bulletin of Marine Science 74(2): 237-252.

Huxham, M., E. Kimani , Augley, J. (2004). Mangrove fish: a comparison of community structure between forested and cleared habitats. Estuary, Coastal and Shelf Science.   60:637-647.

Njiru M ., Okeyo-Owour J.B., Muchiri M. & Cowx IG (2004) Shift in feeding ecology of Nile tilapia, Oreochromis niloticus (L.) in Lake Victoria, Kenya. African Journal of Ecology 42 : 163-170.

Nyunja, J.A . and E.O. Wakwabi (2004). Trophic ecology of common fish in species in Mtwapa Creek, Kenya. . Western  Indian Ocean Journal of M marine Sciences 3(2): 179-187

Ochiewo,J .( 2004). Changing fisheries practices and their socioeconomic implications in South Coast Kenya . Ocean & Coastal Management 47(7-8): 389–408 .

Osore , M. K. W., J. M. Mwaluma , F. Fiers, M.H. Daro ( 2004). Zooplankton composition and abundance in Mida Creek, Kenya . Zoological Studies 43(22): 415-424.

Verheyden, A., J.G. Kairo , H. Beeckman and N. Koedam,( 2004). Growth rings, growth ring formation and age determination in the mangrove Rhizophora mucronata Lam. Annals of Botany   94: 59-66.

2003 Go Top

Oduor, P.M. (2003) Improved Utilization of some low Value Fish in Kenya –FAO Fisheries Technical Report No. 734 p 21-22. Report of the Regional Workshop on Approaches to Reducing Shrimp Trawl Bycatch in the Western Indian Ocean, Mombasa. April 13th -15th 2003

Bosire, J. O ., F. Dahdouh-Guebas, J. G. Kairo and N. Koedam (2003). Colonisation of non-planted mangroves into reforested mangrove stands . Aquatic Botany 76(4): 267 – 279.

Cowx I.G.; van der Knaap M.; Muhoozi L.I.;  Othina A . ( 2003 ) . Improving Fishery Catch Statistics for Lake Victoria .  Aquatic Ecosystem Health and Management,   6( 3): 299-310.

Dzeha,T. Judravu,J.T. Jaspars,M. ( 2003 ) . Clionasterol, a Triterpenoid from the Kenyan Marine Green Macroalga Halimeda macroloba . Western  Indian Ocean Journal of Marine Science 2(2):157-161 .

Hartnoll R.G., Cannicci S., Emmerson W.D., Fratini S., Macia A., Mgaya Y . , Porri F., Ruwa R.K ., Shunula J.P., Skov M.W. & Vannini M. (2003). Geographic trends in mangrove crab abundance in East Africa. Wetl. Ecol. Manag. 10: 203-213.

Kitheka, J.U. Ongwenyi, G.S., Mavuti, K.M. ( 2003 ). Fluxes and exchange of suspended sediment in tidal inlets draining a degraded mangrove forest in Kenya . Estuarine, Coastal and Shelf  Science   56(3-4):655-667 .

Mwaluma,J. Osore,M. Kamau,J. Wawiye,P . ( 2003 ). Composition, Abundance and Seasonality of Zooplankton in Mida Creek, Kenya . Western Indian Ocean Journal of Maine Science   2(2):147–155 .

2002 Go Top

Dahdouh-Guebas, F., J.G. Kairo , L.P. Jayatissa, S. Cannicci & N. Koedam, (2002 ) . An ordination study to view vegetation structure dynamics in disturbed and undisturbed mangrove forests in Kenya and Sri Lanka.  Plant Ecology 161(1): 123-135.

Dahdouh-Guebas, F., M. Verneirt, S. Cannicci, J.G. Kairo , J.F. Tack & N. Koedam, (2002 ) . An exploratory study on grapsid crab zonation in Kenyan mangroves. Wetlands Ecology and Management 10(3): 179-187.

Kairo, J.G ., F. Dahdouh-Guebas, P.O. Gwada, C. Ochieng & N. Koedam, (2002 ) . Regeneration status of mangrove forests in Mida Creek, Kenya : a compromised or secured future ?  Ambio 31(7/8): 562-568.

Kairo, J.G., Kivyatu, B. and N. Koedam.(2002). Application of remote sensing and GIS in the management of mangrove forests within and adjacent to Kiunga Marine Protected Area, Lamu, Kenya. Environment, Development and Sustainability 4(2):153-166.

Kamau, J.N. ( 2002). Heavy Metal Distribution and Enrichment at Port-Reitz creek, Mombasa . Western  Indian Ocean Journal of Marine Science , 1(1):65-7 0.

Kitheka, J.U . (2002 ) . Dry season sediment fluxes in the front water zone of the mangrove-fringed Mwache-creek Kenya. Pp. 194-209. In: Arthurton, R.S. H.H. Krener, Odada, E., Solomons, W. and Marshall, J.I. Crossland (eds). African basins: LOICZ Global change assessment and synthesis of river catchment- Coastal sea interaction and human dimensions . LOICZ Reports and Studies No. 25; ii + 344p. LOICZ, Texel, The Netherlands.

Kitheka, J.U . (2002 ) . The Tana River basin and the opportunity for research on the land-ocean interaction in the Tana Delta. Pp 203-209.In: Arthurton, R.S. H.H. Krener, Odada, E., Solomons, W. and Marshall, J.I. Crossland (eds). African basins: LOICZ Global change assessment and synthesis of river catchment- Coastal sea

interaction and human dimensions. LOICZ Reports and Studies No. 25; ii + 344p. LOICZ, Texel, The Netherlands.

Njiru M, Othina A ., Getabu A ., Tweddle D. & Cowx. I .G (2002). Is the invasion of water hyacinth, Eichhornia. crassipes Solms (Mart.) a blessing to Lake Victoria. Fisheries and management and eology of Lakes and Reservoir Fisheries (ed. Cowx, I.G) Fishing News Books, Blackwell Science, Oxford, UK

Nyunja, J. A., K.M. Mavuti and E.O. Wakwabi (2002 ) . The trophic ecology of Sardinella gibbosa (Pisces: Clupeidae) and Atherinomorous lacunosus (Pisces: Atherinidae) in Mtwapa and Wasini Channel, Kenya . Western  Indian Ocean Journal of Marine Sciences 1(2):181-189.

2001 Go Top

Abuodha ,P. and J.G. Kairo (2001). Human-induced stresses on mangrove swamps along the Kenyan coast. Hydrobiologia 458:255-265.

Hansen ,G., J. Turquet, J.P. Quod, L. Ten-Hage, C.Lugomela, M. Kyewalyanga, M. Hurrbungs, P. Wawiye , B, Ogongo, S. Tunje and H. Rakotoarinjanahary (2001 ) . Potentially harmful microalgae of Western Indian Ocean: A Guide based on a preliminary survey. IOC-UNESCO Manuals and Guides No. 41, pp104.

Gichuki, J ., F. Dahdouh-Guebas, J. Mugo, C.O. Rabuor , L. Triest & F. Dehairs, (2001 ) . Species inventory and the local uses of the plants and fishes of the Lower Sondu Miriu wetland of Lake Victoria, Kenya.  Hydrobiologia 458: 99-106.

Gwada, P.O. and J.G. Kairo ( 2001). Litter production in three mangrove stands of Mida creek, Kenya. South African Journal of Botany , 67:443-449.

Kairo, J. G ., F. Dahdouh-Guebas , J. Bosire and N. Koedam. (2001 ) . Restoration and management of mangrove systems -a lesson for and from the East African Region. South African Journal of Botany 67 : 383 - 389.

Kamau, J.N . ( 2001). Heavy metals distribution in sediments along the Kilindini and Makupa Creeks, Kenya . Hydrobiologia 458(1-3):235-240 :

Mwaguni, S., B.A. Mwandotto and H. Ong'anda (2001). Integrated coastal zone management in Kenya. Pp17-43. In: Voabil, C. and S. Engdahl (Eds). The voyage from Seychelles to Maputo: Successes and failures of Integrated Coastal Zone Management in Eastern Africa and Island States, 1996-2001. Eastern African Mainland Countries and Regional Reports- Volume 1. Published by SEACAM, Maputo, Mozambique. 181pp.

Wolanski, E., Mazda, Y., Furukawa, K., Ridd, P., Kitheka, J. , Spagnol, S. and Stieglitz, T.(2001 ) . Water-circulation in mangroves and its implications for Biodiversity. pp. 53-76. In: Oceanographic Processes of Coral Reefs: Physical and Biological Links in the Great Barrier Reef . Ed.Wolanski, E. CRC Press, London. 356 pp.

2000 Go Top

Dahdouh-Guebas, F., C. Mathenge , J.G. Kairo  & N. Koedam, (2000 ) . Utilization of mangrove wood products around Mida Creek (Kenya) amongst subsistence and commercial users.  Economic Botany 54(4): 513-527.

Kairu, K . & Nyandwi , N. (Eds). ( 2000). Guideline s for the study of. shoreline change in the Western Indian Ocean region. IOC Manuals. and Guides. No 40. UNESCO. 55p.

Okemwa, E.N. and Odido, M.O. (2000). Capacity building for the Global Ocean Observing System (GOOS): Development needs and requirements for Eastern Africa. In:  Pan-African conference on sustainable integrated coastal management Maputo, Mozambique, 18-24 July 1998 IOC Workshop Proceeding no. 165, pp. 173-178

Okemwa, E.N. (2000). Infrastructure and capacity building: East Africa. In: Pan-African conference on sustainable integrated coastal management Maputo, Mozambique, 18-24 July 1998 IOC Workshop Proceeding no. 165, pp. 11-13

1999 Go Top

Fani, J., Bazzigalupo, M., Messana, G. , Mwaluma, J.M., Osore, M.K.W. and Vannini, M. (1999) A first attempt to analyze parental relationship in populations of Sphaeroma terebans from Kenya through DNA technique. Marine Biology 135:321-333.

Gherardi F., S. Russo & D. Anyona , (1999). Burrow-orientated activity in the ocypodid crab, Dotilla fenestrata , living in a mangrove swamp. Journal of Marine Biological Association 79: 281-293

Gwada, P.O. (1999) Leaf phenological traits in the mangrove Kandelia candel (L.) Druce .  Aquatic Botany   68(1):1-14.

Kitheka, J.U., Mwashote, B.M. and Ohowa, B.O. (1999) Water circulation, groundwater outflow and nutrients dynamics in Mida Creek, Kenya. Mangroves and Salt Marshes   3: 135-146.

Mees, J., Mwamsojo, G.U. and Wakwabi, E.O. (1999) Aspects of biology and feeding ecology of the orbiculate cardinal fish sphaeramia orbicularis (Cuvier, 1828) (Teleostei: Apogonidae) in a Kenyan mangroves forest.  Biology Jaarb Dodonaea   66:134-145.

Wakwabi, E.O. and Mees, J. (1999) The epibenthos of the backwaters of a tropical mangrove Creek (Tudor Creek, Mombasa, Kenya).  Netherlands Journal of Zoology 43(3):  189-206.

1998 Go Top

Cannicci, S., Ruwa, R.K., Giuggioli, M. and Vannini, M. (1998) Predatory activity and spartial strategies of Epixanthus dentatus (Decapoda: Oziidae), an ambush predator among the mangroves.  Journal of Crustacean Biology   18(1): 57-63.

De Troch, M., Mees, J. and Wakwabi, E.O. (1998) Diets of abundant fishes from beach seine catches in seagrass beds of a tropical Bay (Gazi Bay, Kenya ).  Belgium Journal of Zoology   128(2):135-154.

Fondo, E.N. and Martens, E.E. (1998) Effects of mangrove deforestation on macrofaunal densities, Gazi Bay, Kenya. Mangrove and Salt Marshes   2: 75-83.

Kirugara, D., Cederlof, U. and Ryberg, L. (1998) Wave-induced net circulation in a reef fringed lagoon: Bamburi, Kenya. Ambio 27(8): 752-757.

Kirugara, D., Cederlof, U. and Rydberg, L.  (1998) Economic liberalization and its effect on the exploitation of crustaceans in Tanzania. Ambio 27(8): 761-762.

Kitheka, J.U. (1998) The hydrological dynamics and fluvial interlinkages in the Mwache estuary: Port Reitz creek system. In :  Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association (WIOMSA) Scientific Symposium on Advances in Marine Science in Eastern Africa, Mombasa (Kenya), 2-3 May 1997, Ngoile, M.A.K.,Francis, J., & Mtolera, M.S.P. (eds.) pp. 63-64

Kitheka, J.U. (1998) Groundwater outflow and its linkage to coastal circulation in a mangrove fringed creek in Kenya. Estuarine Coastal and Shelf Science   47(1) :63-75.

Muli, J.R. (1998). An appraisal and introduction of fish in Lake Victoria (East Africa) pp 258-266. In: I.G. Cowx, Stocking and introduction of fish. Fishing news books. Blackwell Science, Oxford, UK . 456 pp.

Munyao, T.M. (1998). Environmental effects of coastal sedimentation a case study of Shirazi-Funzi lagoon. In: Dunes, Groundwater, mangroves and Birdlife in Coastal Kenya; Coastal Ecology Series no. 4: pp. 59-71.

Muthumbi, A.W. and Vincx, M. (1998). Chromadoridae (Chromadoririda: Nematoda) from the Indian ocean: Difficulties in morphological  identification of Actinomena Cobb, 1920  and Rhips Cobb, 1920. Hydrobiologia 364:155-167.

Okemwa, E.N. (1998). The intergovernmental oceanographic commission of UNESCO and regional capacity building. Marine Policy   22(3):197-207.

1997 Go Top

Cannicci, S., Ruwa, R.K. and Vannini, M. (1997). Homing experiments in the tree-climbing crab Sesarma leptosoma (Decapoda, Grapsidae). Ethology 103(11): 935-944.

Kitheka, J.U. (1997). Coastal tidally-driven circulation and the role of water exchange in the linkage between tropical coastal ecosystems. Estuarine Coast and Shelf Science 45( 2):177-187.

Odido, M.O and Okemwa, E.N. (1997). Integrated Coastal Zone Management in Kenya. IN: Linden, O., & Lundin, C.G. (ed.): The journey from Arusha to Seychelles : Proceedings of the Second Policy Conference on Integrated Zone Management in East Africa and Inland States Seychelles, 23-25 October, 1996 pp. 65-86

Ohowa, B.O. (1997). Seasonal variations of the nutrient fluxes into the Indian Ocean from the Sabaki River, Kenya. Ambio   8(3): 265-274.

Ohowa, B.O., Mwashote, B.M. and Shimbira, W. (1997). Dissolved inorganic nutrient fluxes from Two Seasonal Rivers into Gazi Bay, Kenya. Estuarine and Coastal Shelf Science   45(2):189-195.

Okemwa, E.N., Ruwa, R.K. and Mwandotto, B.A.J. (1997). Integrated coastal zone management in Kenya: Initial experiences and progress.  Ocean and Coastal Management   37(3):319-347.

Okemwa, E.N. and Odido, M.O. (1997). Capacity building for the Global Ocean Observing System (GOOS); Development needs and requirements for Eastern Africa. In: Operational Oceanography . The challenge for European Co0operation Edited by J.H. Stel, et al pp. 663-672.

Osore, M.K.W . Tackx, M.L.M. Daro, M.H. 1997. The effect of rainfall and tidal rhythm on the community structure and abundance of the zooplankton of Gazi Bay, Kenya . Hydrobiologia  356(1-3):117-126 .

Ruwa, R.K. (1997). Aquatic resources management in the Western Indian Ocean Africa Region. pp.23-25. In:J.H. Annala (Ed.) Fisheries and Aquaculture research and planning needs for Africa and West Asia. ICLARM Conference proceeding Vol. 50; 80p.

Ruwa, R.K. (1997). Zonation of crabs that burrow or bury in mangrove vegetation soils on the east coast of Kenya. pp. 316-324  In: Mangrove ecosystem studies in Latin America and Africa .Eds. Kjerfve, B., Lacerda, L.D. & Diop, H.S. UNESCO, Paris, 349p.

Ruwa, R.K. (1997). Coastal marine resource management as an issue of integrated coastal zone management in the Western Indian Ocean Region. Bulletin du CERESCOR (Conakry, Guinea) 12 (1998): 68-77.

Vannini, M., Olouch, A. and Ruwa, R.K. (1997). Tree-climbing decapods of Kenyan mangroves pp. 325-338,  In: Mangrove ecosystem studies in Latin America and Africa . (Eds.) Kjerfve, B., Lacerda, L.D. & Diop, H.S. UNESCO, Paris, 349p.

Vannini, S., Ruwa, R.K. and Cannicci, S. (1997). Effect of microclimatic factors and tide on vertical migrations of the mangrove crab Sesarma leptosoma (Decapoda: Grapsidae). Marine Biology 130(1): 101-108.

Williams, T.M., Yobe, A.C., Rees, J.G. Ferguson, A., Herd, R.A. and Kairu, K.K. (1997). Metals, petroleum hydrocarbons and organochlorines in inshore sediments and waters of Mombasa, Kenya.  Marine Pollution Bulletin   34(7): 570-577.

1996 Go Top

Cannicci, S., F. Dahdouh-Guebas, D. Anyona & M. Vannini, (1996). Natural diet and feeding habits of Thalamita crenata (Decapoda : Portunidae). Journal of Crustacean Biology  16(4): 678-683. 

Cannicci, S., Ritossa, S. , Ruwa, R.K. and Vannini, M. (1996). Tree fidelity and hole fidelity in the tree crab Sesarma leptosoma (Decapoda, Grapsidae). Journal of Experimental marine Biology and Ecology 196(1-2): 299-311.

Cannicci, S., Ruwa, R.K. , Ritossa, S., Vanninci, M. (1996). Branch-fidelity in the tree crab Sesarma leptosoma (Decapoda Grapsidae) Journal of Zoology , Lond. 238:795-801.

De Troch, M., Mees, J., Papadopoulos, I. and Wakwabi, E.O. (1996). Fish communities in a tropical bay (Gazi Bay, Kenya): Seagrass beds vs. unvegetated area. Netherlands Journal of Zoology   46(3-4):236-252.

Kimani, E.N. (1996). The Larval Development and juvenile growth of the Silvermouth Turban, Turbo argyrosmus L. 1758 (Mollusca: Prosobranchia) Asian Marine Biology 13:105-116

Kimani, E.N., Mwatha, G.K. Wakwabi, E.O., Ntiba, M. and Okoth, B. (1996). Fishes of a shallow tropical mangrove swamp in Gazi area, Kenya. Marine and Freshwater Research 47(7) 857-868.

Kitheka, J.U., Kazungu, J.M., Ohowa, B.O. Mwashote, B.M., Shimbira, M. and Mwaluma, J.M. (1996). Water circulation dynamics, water column nutrients and plankton productivity in a well-flushed tropical bay, Kenya. Netherlands Journal of Sea Research 35(4): 257-268.

Kitheka, J.U. (1996). Water circulation and coastal trapping of brackish water in a tropical mangrove-dominated bay in Kenya. Limnology and Oceanography   41(1):169-176.

Middleburg, J.J., Niewenhuize, J. Slim, F.J. and Ohowa, B.O. (1996). Sediment biogeochemistry in an East African Mangrove forest (Gazi Bay, Kenya). Biogeochemistry 34 (3): 133-155.

Okemwa, E and Ruwa, R.K. 1996.  Integrated coastal zone mangement initiatives and progress in Kenya. Tropical Coasts 2(1): 3 - 5 .

Ruwa, R.K. (1996). Intertidal Wetlands. p. 101-130. In: Eastern Africa ecosystems and their conservation , edited by T. R. McClanahan and T.P. Young, Oxford University Press. 452p.

Slim, F.J., Gwada, P.O., Kodjo, M. and Hemminga, M.A. (1996). Biomass and litter fall of Ceriops tagal and Rhizophora mucronata in the mangrove forest of Gazi Bay, Kenya. Marine and Freshwater Research   47(8): 999-1007.

1995 Go Top

Cannicci, S., Dahdouh-Guebas, F., Anyona, D., Vannini, M. (1995). Homing in the mangrove swimming crab Thalanita crenata (Decapoda, Portunidea). Ethology   100:  242-252.

Hemminga, M.A., Gwada, P.O., Slim, F.J,de Koeyer, P and Kazungu, J.M. (1995). Leaf production and nutrient contents of the seagrass Thalassodendron ciliatum in the proximity of a mangrove forest (Gazi Bay, Kenya). Aquatic Botany   50(2):159-170.

Moragwa, G. , Seys, J., Boera, P. and Ngoa, M. (1995). Distribution and abundance of birds in tidal creeks and estuaries of the Kenyan Coast between the Sabaki River and Gazi Bay. Scopus   19: 47-60.

Muthumbi, A., Verschelde, D., Vincx, M., (1995). New Desmodoridaae (Nematoda: Desmodoridea): three new species from Ceriops mangrove sediments from the Gazi Bay. North Sea Cah. Biol. Mar. (1995) 36:181-195.

Nzioka, R.M. (1995). Aspects of the biology of the reef fish Scolopsis bimaculatus (Ruppel 1828) in Kenya: age and growth studies . Kenya Journal of Science & Technology (B Biological Science) . 11(1-2):8-14.

Ochumba, P.B.O. (1995). Limnological changes in Lake Victoria since the Nile perch introduction In: Pitcher, T.J., and P.J.B. Hart (Eds). The impact of species changes in African lakes . London; Chapman and Hall. 601p.

Okechi, J.K. (1995). An evaluation of artificial shelters in the artisinal spiny lobster fishery in Gazi Bay, Kenya. South African Journal of Marine Science 16:373-376.

Okemwa, E.N ., Ntiba, M.J. and Sherman, K. (Eds)(1995). Status and Future of large Marine Ecosystems of the Indian Ocean; A report of the International Symposium and Workshop. A Marine Conservation and Development Report. IUCN, Gland, Switzerland. x + 201pp.

Okemwa, E.N. (1995). Application of the Large marine Ecosystem- concept to the Somali current In: Okemwa, E.N ., Ntiba, M.J. and Sherman, K. (Eds) Status and Future of large Marine Ecosystems of the Indian Ocean; A report of the International Symposium and Workshop. A Marine Conservation and Development Report. IUCN, Gland, Switzerland. x + 201pp.

Okemwa, E.N. and Ruwa R.K. (1995). Integrated coastal zone management initiatives and progress .  Tropical Coasts   2(1): 23-25.

Okondo, J. , Schijvers, J., Steyaert, M. and Vincx, M. (1995). Influence of epibenthos on meiobenthos of the Ceriops tagal mangrove sediment at Gazi Bay, Kenya. Marine Progressive Series 128: 247-259.

Oyieke, H.A. (1995). Distribution and ecology of Gracilara species (Gracilariales, Rhodophyta) along the Kenyan Coast . South African Journal of Marine Science 15:43-48.

Rabuor, C.O. Poliviana, J.J. (1995). An analysis of the multigear, multispecies fishery in the Kenyan waters of Lake Victoria. Naga 18(2): 34-37.

Uku, J.N. , Martens, E.E. and Mavuti, K.M. (1995). An ecological assessment of littoral seagrass communities in Diani and Galu Coastal Beaches, Kenya. pp. 280-302 In: Bjord, M., Semesi, A.K., Pedersen, M. & Bergaman, B. (Eds) Current trends in Marine Botanical Research in the East African Region. Proceedings of the 3-10 December 1995 Symposium on the biology of Microalgae, Macroalgae and Seagrasses in the Western Indian Ocean University of Mauritius.

Van Spaybroeck and Okemwa, E.N. (1995). Coastal maps for decision-makers. Tropical Coasts 2(1): 21-22.

Vannini, M. S. Cannicci and R.K. Ruwa (1995).  Effects of light intensity on vertical migrations of the tree crabs, Sesarma leptosoma Hilgendorf (Decapoda, Grapsidae).  Journal of Experimental Marine Biology and Ecology 185 : 181 - 189

Verschelde, D., Muthumbi, A., Vincx, M. (1995). Papillonema danieli gen.et.sp.n. and Papillonema clavatum (Gerlach, 1957) comb.n. (Nematoda, Desmodoridea) from Ceriops Mangrove sediments of Gazi Bay, Kenya . Hydrobiologia 316:225-237.

Vezzosi, R, S. Barbaresi, D. Anyona , M. Vannini, (1995). Activity patterns in Thalamita crenata (Portunidae, Decapoda): A shaping by tidal cycles . Marine Behavior and Physiology 24:207-214.

1994 Go Top

Asila, A.A .(1994) Survival rates of Lates niloticus in Lake Victoria. , pp. 53-58. In: Okemwa, E.N., Wakwabi, E.O. & Getabu, A. (Eds) Recent trends in research on Lake Victoria fisheries. Proceedings of the Second EEC Regional Seminar on Recent Trends of Research on Lake Victoria Fisheries, organized and hosted by Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI), 25-27 September 1991, Kisumu, Kenya. Published and Printed by  ICIPE Science Press, Nairobi. 198p.

Dache, S.O. (1994) Observations on the fisheries, growth and mortality rate of Oreochromis niloticus (tilapia) in the Nyanza Gulf of Lake Victoria pp. 59-65..In: Okemwa, E.N., Wakwabi, E.O. & Getabu, A. (Eds) Recent trends in research on Lake Victoria fisheries. Proceedings of the Second EEC Regional Seminar on Recent Trends of Research on Lake Victoria Fisheries, organized and hosted by Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI), 25-27 September 1991, Kisumu, Kenya, Published and Printed by  ICIPE Science Press, Nairobi. 198p.

Getabu, A. (1994) Mortality rate, exploitation and recruitment in Oreochromis niloticus (Linnaeus) in Nyanza Gulf of Lake Victoria, Kenya. ,  pp. 43-52. In: Okemwa, E.N., Wakwabi, E.O. & Getabu, A. (Eds) Recent trends in research on Lake Victoria fisheries. Proceedings of the Second EEC Regional Seminar on Recent Trends of Research on Lake Victoria Fisheries, organized and hosted by Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI), 25-27 September 1991, Kisumu, Kenya Published and Printed by  ICIPE Science Press, Nairobi. 198p.

Getabu, A., (1994) A comparative study on the feeding habits of Oreochromis niloticus (Linnaeus) in Nyanza Gulf Lake Victoria and sewage fish ponds. , pp. 93-103. In: Okemwa, E.N., Wakwabi, E.O. & Getabu, A. (Eds) Recent trends in research on Lake Victoria fisheries. Proceedings of the Second EEC Regional Seminar on Recent Trends of Research on Lake Victoria Fisheries, organized and hosted by Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI), 25-27 September 1991, Kisumu, Kenya Published and Printed by  ICIPE Science Press, Nairobi. 198p.

Lung'ayia, H.B. (1994) Some observations on the African catfish Clarias gariepinus (Burchell) in the Sondu-Miriu River of Lake Victoria, Kenya , pp. 105-114..In: Okemwa, E.N., Wakwabi, E.O. & Getabu, A. (Eds). Recent trends in research on Lake Victoria fisheries. Proceedings of the Second EEC Regional Seminar on Recent Trends of Research on Lake Victoria Fisheries, organized and hosted by Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI), 25-27 September 1991, Kisumu, Kenya Published and Printed by  ICIPE Science Press, Nairobi. 198p.

Lung'ayia, H.B. (1994) Some aspects of the reproductive biology of the Nile tilapia Oreochromis niloticus (L) in the Nyanza Gulf of Lake Victoria, Kenya. ,  pp. 121-127. In: Okemwa, E.N., Wakwabi, E.O. & Getabu, A. (Eds) Recent trends in research on Lake Victoria fisheries. Proceedings of the Second EEC Regional Seminar on Recent Trends of Research on Lake Victoria Fisheries, organized and hosted by Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI), 25-27 September 1991, Kisumu, Kenya Published and Printed by  ICIPE Science Press, Nairobi. 198p.

Manyala, J.O. (1994) Floodplain fishery of the lower Sondu-Miriu River with emphasis on the Nile perch (Lates niloticus) (Linnaeus) pp. 85-92.. In: Okemwa, E.N., Wakwabi, E.O. & Getabu, A. (Eds) Recent trends in research on Lake Victoria fisheries. Proceedings of the Second EEC Regional Seminar on Recent Trends of Research on Lake Victoria Fisheries organized and hosted by Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI), 25-27 September 1991, Kisumu, Kenya, Published and Printed by  ICIPE Science Press, Nairobi. 198p.

Messana G., Bartolucci V., Mwaluma J. and Osore M.K . (1994).  Preliminary observations on parental care in Sphaeroma cf. terebans Bate, 1866 (Isopoda,Sphaeromatidae) a Mangrove wood borer from Kenya . Ethol. Ecol. Evol. (spec. Issue) 3:125-129

Mwalo, O.M. (1994). The biology and distribution of Haplochromis spp in the Nyanza Gulf prior to the total invasion of the Gulf of Nile perch, Lates niloticus (L) pp. 73-83.. In: Okemwa, E.N., Wakwabi, E.O. & Getabu, A. (Eds) Recent trends in research on Lake Victoria fisheries . Proceedings of the Second EEC Regional Seminar on Recent Trends of Research on Lake Victoria Fisheries, organized and hosted by Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI), 25-27 September 1991, Kisumu, Kenya, Published and Printed by  ICIPE Science Press, Nairobi. 198p.

Mwashote, B.M., Shimbira, W. (1994). Some limnological characteristics of the lower Sondu-Miriu River, Kenya. pp. 15-27 In: Okemwa, E.N., Wakwabi, E.O. & Getabu, A. (Eds). Recent trends in research on Lake Victoria fisheries. Proceedings of the Second EEC Regional Seminar on Recent Trends of Research on Lake Victoria Fisheries, organized and hosted by Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI), 25-27 September 1991, Kisumu, Kenya, Published and Printed by  ICIPE Science Press, Nairobi. 198p.

Ochumba, P.B.O. Gophen, M. Pollinger, U. (1994). Ecological changes in Lake Victoria after the invasion of Nile perch ( Lates niloticus ): the catchment, waters quality and fisheries management pp. 29-39.  .In : Okemwa, E.N., Wakwabi, E.O. & Getabu, A. (eds). Recent trends in research on Lake Victoria fisheries. Proceedings of the Second EEC Regional Seminar on Recent Trends of Research on Lake Victoria Fisheries, organized and hosted by Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI), 25-27 September 1991, Kisumu, Kenya, Published and Printed by  ICIPE Science Press, Nairobi. 198p.

Ogwai, C. (1994). The occurrence of ichthyoparasites and their effects on the fisheries of the Lake Victoria Basin, Kenya. pp. 129-135.  In: Okemwa, E.N., Wakwabi, E.O. & Getabu, A. (Eds) Recent trends in research on Lake Victoria fisheries. Proceedings of the Second EEC Regional Seminar on Recent Trends of Research on Lake Victoria Fisheries, organized and hosted by Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI), 25-27 September 1991, Kisumu, Kenya, Published and Printed by  ICIPE Science Press, Nairobi. 198p.

Okemwa, E., Wakwabi, E.O, Getabu, A. (Eds). (1994). Recent trends in research on Lake Victoria fisheries. Proceedings of the Second EEC Regional Seminar on Recent Trends of Research on Lake Victoria Fisheries, organized and hosted by Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI), 25-27 September 1991, Kisumu, Kenya

Okemwa, E.N. (1994). The management and directions for future research on Lake Victoria multispecies fisheries. pp. 183-196.  In: Okemwa, E.N., Wakwabi, E.O. & Getabu, A. (Eds) Recent trends in research on Lake Victoria fisheries . Proceedings of the Second EEC Regional Seminar on Recent Trends of Research on Lake Victoria Fisheries. organized and hosted by Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI), 25-27 September 1991, Kisumu, Kenya, Published and Printed by  ICIPE Science Press, Nairobi. 198p.

Omondi, R. Ogari, J. (1994). Preliminary study on the food and feeding habits of Schilbe mystus (Linn., 1762) in River Nyando. pp. 115-119.  In: Okemwa, E.N., Wakwabi, E.O. & Getabu, A. (Eds). Recent trends in research on Lake Victoria fisheries. Proceedings of the Second EEC Regional Seminar on Recent Trends of Research on Lake Victoria Fisheries organized and hosted by Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI), 25-27 September 1991, Kisumu, Kenya, Published and Printed by  ICIPE Science Press, Nairobi. 198p.

Rabuor, C.O. and J.O. Manyala (1994). Multigear fishery of Nile perch (Lates niloticus) in the Winam Gulf of Lake Victoria: with special reference to mortality, selection and catch/effort data. pp. 67-72.  In: Okemwa, E.N., Wakwabi, E.O. & Getabu, A. (Eds). Recent trends in research on Lake Victoria fisheries. Proceedings of the Second EEC Regional Seminar on Recent Trends of Research on Lake Victoria Fisheries, organized and hosted by Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI), 25-27 September 1991, Kisumu, Kenya, Published and Printed by  ICIPE Science Press, Nairobi. 198p.

Ruwa, R.K. (1994). Halophytic coastal marsh vegetation  in East Africa. In: V.R. Squires & A.T. Ayoub (Eds). Halophytes as a resource for livestock and for rehabilitation of degraded lands. 201-210. Dordrecht: Kluwer Academic Publishers

Ruwa, R.K. and P. Polk (1994). Patterns of spat settelment of the tropical oyster Crassostrea cucullata (Born 1778) and the barnacle, Balanus amphitrite Darwin (1854) in mangrove creek. Tropical Zoology 7(1):121-130

Segers, H., Mbogo, D.M., Dumont, H.J. (1994), New rotifera from Kenya, with a revision of the ifuridae. Zoological Journal of Linnean Society   110:193-206.

Segers, H., Sarma, S.S.S., Ovie, S.I., Mbogo, D.K. (1994). Note on taxonomy and distribution of Brachionus durgae Dhanapathi, 1974 (Rotifera: Brachionidae). Jorunal of African Zoology 108(4):397-400.

Vannini, M., Ruwa, R.K. (1994). Vertical migrations of the tree crabs, Sesarma leptosoma (Decapoda, Grapsidae) Marine Biology 118:271-278

Vannini, M., Ruwa, R.K and Innocenti, G. 1994.  Notes on the behaviour of Heteromysis harpax a commensal mysid living in hermit crab shells.  Ethology, Ecology and Evolution (special issue) 3: 137 - 142.

Vannini, M., Ruwa, R.K., Ritossa, S., Cannici, S. (1994). Home fidelity in the mangrove climbing crab Sesarma leptosoma. Bolletino di Zoologia   61 (1994) p. 91

Vezzosi, R., Anyona, D., Barbaresi, S., Vannini, M. (1994). Activity pattern in Thalamita crenata (Portunidae, Decapoda): a shaping by the tidal cycle. Marine FreshW. Behav. Physiol. 24:1-8

Vezzosi, R., Anyona, D., Cannini, S. (1994). Swimming rhythm and hydrostatic pressure responses of Thalamita crenata (Latreille). Bolletino di Zoologia   61 (1994) p.26

1993 Go Top

Nguli, M., P.O. Ochumba and A.N. Othina (1993). The diurnal variation of some hydrographic properties in Tudor Creek, Kenya. Pp 70-92. In: Proceedings of Workshop on Tropical Coastal Lagoon Ecosystems, Inhaca Island, Mozambique; 3-5 December 1991. Published by SAREC. Conference Reports – SAREC Documentation, Stockholm Sweden. 281pp.

Nguta, M (1993). Marine pollution and research in the coastal lagoons of Kenya. Pp 86-92. . In: Proceedings of Workshop on Tropical Coastal Lagoon Ecosystems, Inhaca Island, Mozambique; 3-5 December 1991. Published by SAREC. Conference Reports – SAREC Documentation, Stockholm Sweden. 281pp.

Nguta, M (1993) Tar ball monitoring along the Kenyan beaches. Pp 227-236. In: Proceedings of Workshop on Tropical Coastal Lagoon Ecosystems, Inhaca Island, Mozambique; 3-5 December 1991. Published by SAREC. Conference Reports – SAREC Documentation, Stockholm Sweden. 281pp.

Oyieke, H.A . and Kokwaro, J. (1993). Seasonality pattern of some Kenyan Gracilaria species (Gracilariales: Rhodophyta). Journal of Applied Phycology 5(1): 123-124.

Okemwa E.N . & E.O. Wakwabi (1993). Integrated Coastal Zone Management of Kenya. Pp 183-203. In: O. Linden(Ed.) Workshop and  policy conference on integrated coastal zone management in Eastern Africa including the Island States. Published by Coastal Management Center (CMC) Metro Manila, Philippines. Conf. Proc . 1:183-203.

Okemwa,E. and M.J. Ntiba (1993). The current status of marine sciences research in coastal lagoons of Kenya. Pp 58-66. In: Proceedings of Workshop on Tropical Coastal Lagoon Ecosystems, Inhaca Island, Mozambique; 3-5 December 1991. Published by SAREC. Conference Reports – SAREC Documentation, Stockholm Sweden. 281pp.

Okemwa, E. (1993). The composition and structure of plankton community in the Tudor Creek, Kenya. Pp 135-161. In: Proceedings of Workshop on Tropical Coastal Lagoon Ecosystems, Inhaca Island, Mozambique; 3-5 December 1991. Published by SAREC. Conference Reports – SAREC Documentation, Stockholm Sweden. 281pp.

Ruwa, R.K. (1993). Disturbances in mangrove vegetation and their possible influence on other biota. Pp104-126. In: Proceedings of Workshop on Tropical Coastal Lagoon Ecosystems, Inhaca Island, Mozambique; 3-5 December 1991. Published by SAREC. Conference Reports – SAREC Documentation, Stockholm Sweden. 281pp.

Ruwa, R.K. (1993).  Zonation and distribution of creek and fringe mangrove in the semi-arid Kenya Coast.  In: H. Leith and A.Al Massoum (Eds) towards Rational Use of High Salinity Tolerance Plants and Ecosystems.  Kluwer Academic Publishers Dordrecht TVS - 1: 97-105.

Ruwa, R.K. ( 1993). Mangroves of Kenya. In: E.S. Diop, C.D. Field and M. Vannucci (Eds).  Proceedings of Workshop on Conservation and Sustainable Utilization of mangrove forests in Latin America and Africa Regions, Dakar Senegal, 20 - 22 January 1993.  ITTO/ISME Project PD 114/90 (F) ITTO SRS No. 13(2) 23 - 24pp.

Ruwa, R.K. , 1993.  Les mangroves du Kenya.  In: E.S. Diop (Ed).  Rapport Sur conservation et utilization rationaelle des forest de mangrove de L'Afrique.  ITTO/ISME Project PD 114/90 Mangrove Ecosystem Technical Reports Vol. 3: 230 - 247.

Vannini M., Innocenti G. and R.K. Ruwa (1993).  Family group structure in mysids, commensals of hermit crabs (Crustacea), Tropical zoology 6: 189-205 .

Wakwabi, E.O. and  Jaccarini, V. (1993). The distribution and abundance of planktonic penaeid prawn larvae in Tudor creek, Mombasa, Kenya. Hydrobiologia 264: 185-192.

Wakwabi, E.O. (1993). The role of coastal lagoons in shrimp fisheries. Pp 162-180. In: Proceedings of Workshop on Tropical Coastal Lagoon Ecosystems, Inhaca Island, Mozambique; 3-5 December 1991. Published by SAREC. Conference Reports – SAREC Documentation, Stockholm Sweden. 281pp.

1992 Go Top

Osore, M. K . (1992).  A note on seasonal distribution of zooplankton in a tropical mangrove creek system, Gazi, Kenya. Hydrobiologia. Kluwer Academic Publ., Dordrecht, The Netherlands. Pp.119-120.

Ruwa, R.K. (1992).  Mangrove Wetlands in Kenya. pp 65 - 78  In: S.A. Crafter, S.G. Njuguna and G.W. Howard (Eds) 'Wetlands of Kenya : Proceedings of the KWWG Seminar on Wetlands of Kenya, National Museums of Kenya, Nairobi, Kenya. 3 - 5 July, 1991.IUCN 1992. Samara Publishing Ltd, Tresaith, Dyfed,UK. 183pp.

1991 Go Top

Asila, A. (1991). Fishery resource base of the Kenyan sector of Lake Victoria. Pages 29-47. IN: Ssentongo, GW; Dampha, NJ (Eds). Report of a National Seminar on the Development on Management of the Kenyan Fisheries of Lake Victoria, Kisumu (Kenya), 22-24 Jul 1991. UNDP/FAO Regional Project for Inland Fisheries Planning (IFIP) RAF/87/099-TD/27/91 (En): p12

Hoekstra, T.M., Asiala, A., Rabour, C., Rambiri, O. ( 1991). Report on the census of the fishing boats and gear in the Kenyan waters of Lake Victoria .In: UNDP/ FAO Regional Project for Inland Fisheries Planning. RAF/87-099- TD/26/91-(En): 36p.

Manyala, J.O., Nyawade, C.O., Rabour, C., Rambiri, O. (1991). The dagaa (Rastrineobola argentea) (Pellegrin) fishery in the Kenyan waters of Lake Victoria. In: Proceedings of the UNDP/ FAO Regional Project for Inland Fisheries Planning. RAF/87-099-ID/38/92: 84p.

Omollo, S.O. (1991). Sea urchin as an alternative feed for fish. East African Agricultural and Forestry Journal.   52(2): 121-130

Rabour, C.( 1991). Catch and effort sampling techniques and their application in freshwater fisheries management; with specific reference to Lake Victoria, Kenyan waters. In: Cowx, G. (Ed) Catch effort sampling strategies; their application . Freshwater fisheries management 33:373-381

Radull, J. (1991) The effects of feeding freshwater Chlorella, baker's yeast and culture selco on the culture of rotifers ( Brachionus sp.) European Aquaculture Society Special Publication No. 15:106-109

1990 Go Top

Asila, A., Dache, S., Rabour, C. (1990). Influence of beach and mosquito seines on the fisheries of the Nyanza Gulf. In: Proceedings of the Symposium on the socio-aspects of Lake Victoria fisheries. UNDP/AO Regional Project for Inland Fisheries Planning. RAF/87/099-WP/05/89 (En) 1-18, 1990

Asila, A., Dache, S., Rabour, C. (1990). Fisheries statistics in Kenya. In: Proceedings of the Symposium  on Fisheries and Information Systems for Lake Victoria, 26-29 June 1990, Kampala, Uganda. UNDP/AO Regional Project for Inland Fisheries Planning. RAF/87/099-TD/14/90: 72p. 1990

Kazungu, J.M. (1990). The prime gyre off the Somali Coast. Discovery and Innovation   2:37-40.

Nzioka, R.M. (1990). Fish yield of Kilifi coral reefs in Kenya. Hydrobiologia 208 (1-2): 81-84

Ochumba, P.B.O. (1990). Massive fish kills within the Nyanza Gulf of Lake Victoria, Kenya. Hydrobiologia 208 (1-2): 93-99

Ruwa, R.K. (1990). The effect of habitat complexities created by mangroves on macrofaunal composition in brackish water intertidal zones at the Kenya coast. Discovery and Innovation . 2(1): 49-55

Ruwa, R.K. (1990). Growth of Crassostrea cucullata Born (bivalvia) at different levels in the intertidal zone. Aquaculture 88: 303-312

Sanders, M.J., Gicheru, S.G., Nzioka, R.M. (1990). Report of Kenya marine fisheries sub-sector study. FAO Assistance to the Government of Kenya in Carrying Out a Fisheries Sector Study and Formulating a Development Plan. SWIOP Document/Document OISO [SWIOP Doc. /Doc. OISO]. no. 64, 44 pp. Aug 1990

Wakwabi, E.O. (1990). Stock assessment from applying length based cohort and catch curve analyses. pp. 60-68. Proceedings of the Workshop on Management of the shallow water shrimp fishery of Tanzania. SWIOP/FAO/UNDP/RAF/87/008/DR/58/90/E. 94p.

1989 Go Top

Kimaro, M. (1989). The duel cycle of near surface zooplankton abundance in Tudor Creek., Mombasa, Kenya during the Southwest monsoon. Kenya Journal of Science (Series B) 10(1&2): 7-30.

Kazungu, J.M., Dehairs, F., Goeyens, L. (1989). Nutrients distribution patterns in Tudor estuary (Mombasa, Kenya) during rainy season. Kenya Journal of Science and Technology Series B. 10(1&2):47-61.

Kazungu, J.M. (1989). Isotope discrimination during ammonium isolation by diffusion process for super (15) N isotope analysis. Discovery and Innovation 1(3): 55-56.

Muthiga, N.A. (1989). Patterns of predation on a sea urchin, Echinometra mathaei (de Blainville), on Kenyan coral reefs. Journal of Experimental Marine Biology and Ecology.   126(1):77-94.

Ochumba, P.B.O. Kibaara, D. (1989). Observations of blue-green algal blooms in the open water of Lake Victoria. African Journal of Ecology 27:23-37

Ochumba, P.B.O. (1989). The distribution of skates and rays along the Kenyan Coast. East African Natural History Journal 78: 25-45

Okemwa, E.N. (1989). Analysis of six 24-hour series of zooplankton samplings across a tropical creek, the Port Reitz, Mombasa, Kenya. Tropical Zoology 2(2):123-138.

Ruwa, R.K. (1989). Macrofaunal composition and zonation on sandy beaches at Gazi, Kanamai and Malindi Bay, Kenya. Kenya Journal of Science and Technology 10(1-2): 31-45.

Silva, C., P. Sparre, Wakwabi, E.O. and R. Willmann (1989).  Bioeconomic modelling of the Madagascar shrimp fishery in Zone 1. pp 76-95. In SWIOP/CNRO 1989 proceedings of the workshop on the management of the shallow water shrimp fishery of the Northwest Madagascar. Nosy-Be, Madagascar. June 13-21, 1989. RAF/S7/008/DR/50/89/E. 95p.

1988 Go Top

DeSouza, T.F. (1988). Reproduction, length-weight relationship and condition factor in Siganus sutor (Valenciennes, 1835) (Pisces: Siganide) from the Kenyan waters of the western Indian Ocean. Kenya Journal of Sciences. Series B.   9(1-2): 89-101.

Asila, A. (1988). Growth parameters and mortality rates of Nile perch ( Lates niloticus ) estimated from length-frequency data in the Nyanza Gulf (Lake Victoria).In: Venema, SC; Christensen, JM; Pauly, D (Eds) FAO fisheries report 389: 272-289.

Getabu, A. (1988). Aspects of the Lake Victoria fisheries with emphasis on Oreochromis niloticus and Alestes sadleri from the Nyanza Gulf. FAO fisheries report no. 339: pp. 416-431.

Muthiga, N.A. (1988). Changes in Kenyan coral reef community structure and function due to exploitation. Hydrobiologia. 166(3): 269-276.

Ochieng, O.J. Dadzie, S. (1988). The food, feeding habits and distribution of a Siluroid Catfish Bagrus docmac (Forsskal) in Kenya Waters (1988) of Lake Victoria. Journal of Fish Biology 32:85-94.

Ochumba, P.B.O. (1988). An instance of thermal instability in Lake Simbi, Kenya. Hydrobiologia 158: 247-252.

Odada, E.O. (1988).Aspects of marine biological productivity that relate to marine geology. pp35-42. In: J.R. Mainoya(Ed) Proceedings of the UNESCO/UTAFITI Workshop on the ecology and bioproductivity of Marine Coastal water of Eastern Africa. University of Dar-Es-Salaam, Tanzania. 18-20 January, 1988. Published by University of Dar  es Salaam. 186p.

Ogari, J., Dadzie, S. (1988). The food of Nile perch Lates niloticus (L) after the dissapearance of the haplochromic cichlids in the Nyanza Gulf of lake Victoria. Journal of Fish Biology 32:571-577.

Ogari, J. (1988). Predator-prey relationship in Lake Victoria with special reference to Nile perch Lates niloticus (Linne). In: Lewis, D (ed) Predator-prey relationship, population dynamics and Fisheries of large African lakes.Third Session of the FAO Committee for Inland Fisheries of Africa Working Group on Stock Assessment, Lusaka (Zambia), 30 Sep 1985. CIFA, Occassional paper. 15:53-58.

Revis, N. Okemwa, E.N. (1988). Additional records of species of copepods and their distribution in the coastal and inshore waters of Kenya Kenya J. Sci. Technol. Series B  9( 1-2): 123-127.

Ruwa, R.K. (1988). Towards improving shellfish production through appropriate techniques in the culture of the edible oyster Crassostrea cucullata (Born) pp 66-74. In: J.R. Mainoya(Ed) Proceedings of the UNESCO/UTAFITI Workshop on the ecology and bioproductivity of Marine Coastal water of Eastern Africa. University of Dar-Es-Salaam, Tanzania. 18-20 January, 1988. Published by University of  Dar  es Salaam. 186p.

Ruwa, R.K. Jaccarini, V. (1988). Nocturnal feeding migrations of Nerita plicata, N. undata and N. textilis (Prosobranchia: Neritacea) on the rocky shores at Mkomani, Mombasa, Kenya. Marine Biology   99(2): 229-234.

Wakwabi, E.O. (1988). Observation on the biology and fishery of Oreochromis mossambica . Trewavas 1983 (Pisces: Cichlidae of the lower Tana River (Kenya). E. Afri. Agri. For. J.   54(1): 19-31.

1987 Go Top

DeSouza, T.F. (1987). Summary of the fisheries and resources information for Kenya. Pg. 21-43. In: M.J. Sanders, P.Sparre  and  S.Venema (Eds). Proceedings of the workshop on the assessemnt of the fishery resources in the Southwest Indian ocean . Albion, Mauritius, September 14-25 FAO/UNDP RAF/79/065/WP/41/88E:277p.

Muthiga, N.A. Szmani, A.M. (1987). The effects of salinity stress on the rates of aerobic respiration and photosynthesis in the hermatypic coral Siderastrea siderea. Biological Bulletin, Marine Biological Laboratory, Woods Hole   173( 3): 539-551.

Muthiga, N.A. (1987). Population changes of a sea urchin (Echinometra mathaei) on an exploited fringing reef. African Journal of Ecology 25(1): 1-8.

Ochumba, P.B.O. (1987). Periodic massive fish kills in the Kenyan part of Lake Victoria. Water Quality Bulletin 12:119-122.

Omollo, S.O. (1987). A study of total protein, fat and ash contents of sea urchins: Diadema setosum (Leske) Stomopneustes varioliaris (Lamark) and Echinometra mathaei (De blainville) . East Afr. Agric. For. J.   53(1-2): 65-70.

Oyieke, H.A. and R.K. Ruwa (1987). Non-entrusting macroalgal zonation on rocky cliffs around Mombasa, Kenya. Kenya Journal of Sciences (Series B) 8 (1-2): 79-98

Radull, J. and Okoth, B.K. (1987). Status of artemia research in Kenya. Artemia Newsletter. No. 6:28-29.

Rasowo, J. (1987). The effect of brine shrimp Artemia on the growth and survival of tilapia fry ( Oreochromis niloticus L). Kenya Journal of Sciences. Series B.   8(1-2): 97-103.

Turyahikayo, G.R. (1987). Wave characteristics off the East African coast. Kenya Journal of Sciences Series A.   8( 1-2): 33-58.

Wandiga, S.O. Onyari, J.M. (1987). The concentration of heavy metals: manganese, iron, copper, zinc, cadmium, and lead in sediments and fish from the Winam Gulf of Lake Victoria and fish bought in Mombasa town markets. Kenya Journal of Sciences. Series A.   8(1-2): 5-18.

1986 Go Top

Allela, S.O. (1986). Development and research of aquaculture in Kenya. In: Huisman, E.A. (Ed). Aquaculture Research in the African Region . African Seminar on Aquaculture, Kisumu (Kenya), 7-11 Oct 1985. Pudoc. Wageningen 274pp.

Okemwa, E.N . & N. Revis 1986. Planktonic copepods from coastal and inshore waters of Tudor Creek, Mombasa. Kenya Journal of Sciences, Series B, 7(2):27-34

Okemwa, E.N. Ruwa, R.K. (1986). The autoecology of the edible oyster Crassostrea cucullata Born 1778: Size related vertical distribution at Mkomani, Mombasa. Kenya Journal of Science. Series B. 7:  9-14

Onyari, J.M. (1986). The need for aquatic pollution studies in Kenyan inland waters. Kenya Aquatica . Mombasa. 3: 28-45.

Rasowo, J. Radull, J. (1986). Inoculation of brine shrimp, Artemia salina , in Kenya; expected impact on aquaculture development. African Seminar on Aquaculture, Kisumu (Kenya), 7-11 Oct 1985, Pudoc. Wageningen, 274p

Ruwa, R.K. Jaccarini, V. (1986). Dynamic zonation of Nerita plicata, N. undata and N. textilis (Prosobranchia: Neritacea) populations on a rocky shore in Kenya. Marine Biology.   92(3): 425-430.

Ruwa, R.K. Polk, P. (1986). Additional information on mangrove distribution in Kenya: Some observations and remarks. Kenya Journal of Sciences. Series B. 7(2):41-45.

Ruwa, R.K. (1986). Marine botanical resources of Kenya coast. Kenya Aquatica .  3: 6-13.

1985 Go Top

Mainga, O.M. (1985). Preliminary results of an evaluation of fishing trend in the Kenya waters of Lake Victoria from 1981-82. FAO Fisheries Report. 335:110-117

Nzioka, R.M. (1985). Marine Fisheries Resources of Kenya. Post (Kenya)   10(1): 7-10.

Nzioka, R.M. (1985). Some biology aspects of Scolopsis ghanam (Forsskal 1975) (Perciformes:Scolopsidae) in  Zanzibar Channel. East African Agricultural and Forestry Journal   48(3): 69-93.

Ochumba, P.O.B. (1985). A note on skates and rays of Kenya coast. E. Afr. Nat. Hist. Soc. Bull. Pp. 46-51.

Ogari, J. (1985). Distribution, food and feeding habits of Lates niloticus in Nyanza Gulf of Lake Victoria (Kenya). Third Session of the CIFA Sub-Committee for the Development of the Fisheries of Lake Victoria, Jinja (Uganda), 4 Oct (1984), FAO fisheries report 335:68-80

Reay, P.J. Anam, R.O. (1985). The reproductive biology of Pranesus pinguis (Lacepede) (Teleostei:Atherinidae) from Mombasa. A preliminary study. Kenya journal of sciences. Series B. 6(1): 27-43.

Ruwa, R.K. (1985).  Human habitations along the Kenyan shoreline and their impacts on the marine environment.  POST ( Kenya ) Vol X (2 - 3): 23 - 25.

akwabi, E.O. (1985). Comparative selectivity of gillnets on Tilapia mossambica Peters 1952 (Pisces: Cichlidae of the lower Tana River (Kenya). E. Afri. Agri. For. J.   51(1):  41-48.

1984 Go Top

Allela, S.O. (1984). Research and development: Information required and its utilization pp. 13-15. In: Iversen, SA; Mykevoll, S (eds) Proceedings of the  NORAD/Kenya Seminar to Review the Marine Fish Stocks and Fisheries in Kenya , Mombasa (Kenya), 13-15 March 1984. Published by KMFRI and NORAD, Institute of Marine Research, Bergen, Norway.

Allela, S.O. (1984). Research and development: Information required and its utilization. Kenya Aquatica 2: 6-8

Headrich, R.L. Nzioka, R.M. (1984). Aid to the identification of the fish family Bramidae. In: Fischer, W. and G. Bianci (Eds) FAO species identification sheets for fishery purposes. Western Indian Ocean (Fishing Area 51) . Prepared & printed with support of the Danish International Development Agency (DANIDA) Rome FAO VII. 1-6 Pag. Var. (1984) a

Kibaara, D.I. (1984). Preliminary studies on primary production in Winam Bay of Lake Victoria. Kenya Aquatica 3: 66-71.

Mutagyera, W.B. (1984). Distribution of some deep water prawn and lobster species in Kenya's waters, pp21-25. In: Iversen, S.A. & S. Myklvoll (Eds). The Proceedings of NORAD-Kenya seminar to review the marine fish stocks and fisheries in Kenya , Mombasa, Kenya, 13-15 March 1984.  Published by KMFRI-NORAD, Institute of Marine Research, Bergen, Norway.

Nzioka, R.M . (1984). The evaluation of marine fisheries resources in Kenya, pp 27-32. In: Iversen, S.A. & S. Myklvoll (Eds). The Proceedings of NORAD-Kenya seminar to review the marine fish stocks and fisheries in Kenya , Mombasa, Kenya, 13-15 March 1984.  Published by KMFRI-NORAD, Institute of Marine Research, Bergen, Norway.

Okemwa, E.N. (1984). Potential fishery of Nile perch Lates niloticus Linne (Pisces: Centropomidae) in Nyanza Gulf of Lake Victoria, East Africa. Hydrobiologia.   108(2):121-126.

Reay, PJ & M. M . Kimaro , (1984). Surface zooplankton studies in Port Mombasa during the northeast monsoon. Kenya J. Sci. Tech. (ser. B) 5: 27-48.

Ruwa, R.K. (1984). The commercial Cypraea (Mollusca: Gastropoda (POST (Kenya)  9(1-3): 33-40.

Ruwa, R.K. (1984). Invertebrate faunal zonation on rocky shores around Mombasa, Kenya. Kenya Journal Science Technology   5(2):41-65.

1983 Go Top

Allela, S.O. ( 1983). History and development of fish culture. Kenya Aquatica 1: 27-31.

Munga, D. (1983). Some observation on petroleum pollution along the Kenya coast. Kenya Aquatica 1: 10-15.

Nzioka, R.M. ( 1983). Aspects of the biology of the reef fish Scolopsis bimaculatus (Ruppel 1828) in Kenya: age and growth studies. Kenya Aquatica 1: pp. 25

Okemwa, E.N. (1983). The food of Nile perch Lates niloticus Linne:(Pisces: Centropomidae), in relation to the disappearance of the Tilapia spp in the Nyanza Gulf of lake Victoria. E. Afr. Agr. For. J.   49(10): 21-26.

Ruwa, R.K. (1983). Field demonstration of tidal components in the rhythmic vertical migrations of Grapsus maculatus (Brachyura: Grapsidae) on a rocky shore in Kenya. Kenya J. Sci. Techn.Ser.B   4(2): 49-52.

Wakwabi, E.O. (1983).  An overview on response of river fisheries to flooding (Tana River System). Kenya Aquat. Bull . 1: 8-9.

1982 Go Top

Allela, S.O. (1982). An overview of fisheries management, research and development pp35-40. In: Proceedings of the workshop of the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute on Aquatic Resources of Mombasa, Kenya, July 13-19, 1981.Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.490p.

DeSouza, T.F. (1982). A literature review of research on the demersal fish resource of East Africa. In: Proceedings of the workshop of the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute on Aquatic Resources of Kenya,  Mombasa, Kenya, July 13-19, 1981. pp.84-108. Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.490p

Hussein, S. (1982). Quality control with reference to the nutritive value of fish proteins pp. 485-487. In: Proceedings of the workshop of the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute on Aquatic Resources of Kenya,  Mombasa, Kenya, July 13-1981. Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.490p.

Johnson, D.R. Mutua, M. Kimani, E.J. (1982). Response to annually reversing monsoon winds at the southern boundary of the Somali Current. Deep-Sea Research 29( 10A): 1217-1227.

Kibaara, D. (1982). Endangered fish species of Kenya's inland waters with emphasis on Labeo spp. pp.157-164 In: Proceedings of the workshop of the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute on Aquatic Resources of Kenya,  Mombasa, Kenya, July 13-19, 1981. Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.490p.

Mainga, O.M. (1982). Some aspects of improving fish production in inland waters of Kenya with particular reference to Lake Victoria. pp. 126-137 IN: Proceedings of the workshop of the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute on Aquatic Resources of Kenya,  Mombasa, Kenya, July 13-19, 1981. Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.490p

Mainga, O.M. (1982). Catch effort assessment survey work in Kenya waters of Lake Victoria from 1981 to 1982. FAO Fisheries Report 335:p.110

Munga, D. (1982. Some observation on petroleum pollution along the Kenya coast pp. 290-297. In: Proceedings of the workshop of the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute on Aquatic Resources of Kenya,  Mombasa, Kenya, July 13-19, 1981. Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.490p.

Mutagyera, W.M. (1982). A review of past research on the edible crustaceans of the East African coast. pp. 56-74 In: Proceedings of the workshop of the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute on Aquatic Resources of Kenya, Mombasa, Kenya, July 13-19, 1981. Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.490p.

Nzioka,  R.M. (1982). A review of past work done on pelagic resources of East African coastal waters. pp. 46-55 In: Proceedings of the workshop of the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute on Aquatic Resources of Kenya,  Mombasa, Kenya, July 13-19, 1981. Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.490p.

Ogari, J. (1982). A review of Lake Turkana fisheries. pp. 75-83 In: Proceedings of the workshop of the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute on Aquatic Resources of Kenya,  Mombasa, Kenya, July 13-19, 1981. Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.490p.

Okemwa, E.N. (1982). Changes in fish species composition of Nyanza Gulf of Lake Victoria. pp. 138-156 In: Proceedings of the workshop of the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute on Aquatic Resources of Kenya,  Mombasa, Kenya, July 13-19, 1981. Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.490p.

Okemwa, E.N. (1982). A preliminary survey of the fisheries and limnology of Lake Kanyaboli and Lake Sare in western Kenya pp192-211.In: Proceedings of the workshop of the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute on Aquatic Resources of Kenya,  Mombasa, Kenya, July 13-19, 1981.. Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.490p.

Onyari, J.M. (1982). The need for aquatic pollution studies in Kenyan inland waters. pp. 264-289 In: Proceedings of the workshop of the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute on Aquatic Resources of Kenya,  Mombasa, Kenya, July 13-19, 1981. Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.490p.

Ruwa, R.K. (1982). Marine botanical resources of Kenya coast. pp. 223-232 In: Proceedings of the workshop of the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute on Aquatic Resources of Kenya,  Mombasa, Kenya, July 13-19, 1981. Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.490p

Nzioka, R.M. (1982). Biology of small spotted grunt Pomadasys opercularis (Playfair 186) around Malindi in Kenya. Kenya Journal Science Technology Series B  3(2):  69-81.

Wakwabi, E.O. (1982). Sardine fishery in Kenya. pp. 109-125 In: Proceedings of the workshop of the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute on Aquatic Resources of Kenya,  Mombasa, Kenya, July 13-19, 1981. Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.Published by KMFRI and KNAAS, Nairobi.490p

1981 Go Top

Ruwa, R.K. Brakel, W. (1981). Tidal periodicity and size related variation in the zonation of the gastropod Nerita plicata on the East African rocky shore. Kenya J. Sci. Techn.  Series B 2(2):61-67

1980 Go Top

1979 Go Top

Nzioka, R.M. (1979). Fish culture in Brackish water. POST (Kenya)   5(2): 22- 25.

zioka, R.M. (1979). Observations on the spawning seasons of East African reef fishes. Journal of Fish Biology 14(4): 329-342

 

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