Assessing scientific knowledge on Ecuadorian bony fishes from a scientometric perspective DOI Creative Commons
Carlos Robalino‐Mejía, Elka García‐Rada, Diego Mejía

et al.

Journal of Fish Biology, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Dec. 9, 2024

Abstract Bony fishes play a pivotal role in Ecuador's social, economic, and ecological aspects. However, the current state of scientific knowledge on this group remains poorly understood. This study aims to assess output related Ecuadorian bony fishes, identifying both well‐researched understudied areas. A scientometric analysis was conducted using Scopus database, evaluating 265 peer‐reviewed publications marine freshwater fishes. The results revealed that 55.5% studies focused environments, 41.9% ecosystems, 2.6% mixed environments. earliest published more than 130 years ago, with marked increase research since 2018. Geographic regional disparities efforts were evident, Galapagos Islands hosting highest number at provincial level coastal region leading publications. Additionally, there has been notable participation women over time; however, it significantly below parity. English dominant language these On average, delay between data collection publication 8.43 years, which may lead outdated or ineffective management decisions. underscores importance continually updating ensure accuracy conservation status assessments. Both species endemic have less studied compared non‐endemic species. Most categorized as “least concern,” although significant proportion classified “data deficient” started be investigated by researchers. categories “endangered” “near threatened” least studied, highlighting urgent need for initiatives targeting vulnerable taxa. Biases among families, species, geographic distribution indicate expand underrepresented taxa regions. necessity diversifying methodologies broadening focus comprehensively address challenges associated Ecuador.

Language: Английский

Assessing scientific knowledge on Ecuadorian bony fishes from a scientometric perspective DOI Creative Commons
Carlos Robalino‐Mejía, Elka García‐Rada, Diego Mejía

et al.

Journal of Fish Biology, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Dec. 9, 2024

Abstract Bony fishes play a pivotal role in Ecuador's social, economic, and ecological aspects. However, the current state of scientific knowledge on this group remains poorly understood. This study aims to assess output related Ecuadorian bony fishes, identifying both well‐researched understudied areas. A scientometric analysis was conducted using Scopus database, evaluating 265 peer‐reviewed publications marine freshwater fishes. The results revealed that 55.5% studies focused environments, 41.9% ecosystems, 2.6% mixed environments. earliest published more than 130 years ago, with marked increase research since 2018. Geographic regional disparities efforts were evident, Galapagos Islands hosting highest number at provincial level coastal region leading publications. Additionally, there has been notable participation women over time; however, it significantly below parity. English dominant language these On average, delay between data collection publication 8.43 years, which may lead outdated or ineffective management decisions. underscores importance continually updating ensure accuracy conservation status assessments. Both species endemic have less studied compared non‐endemic species. Most categorized as “least concern,” although significant proportion classified “data deficient” started be investigated by researchers. categories “endangered” “near threatened” least studied, highlighting urgent need for initiatives targeting vulnerable taxa. Biases among families, species, geographic distribution indicate expand underrepresented taxa regions. necessity diversifying methodologies broadening focus comprehensively address challenges associated Ecuador.

Language: Английский

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