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The Andoni River (Okwan Obolo) is one of the many rivers in Rivers State, Nigeria. Andoni River is located between the New Calabar River and Imo River. It is believed to have derived its name from St. Anthony, a European explorer who visited the area in 15th century.[1] The mouth of the river gives way to large mangroves which are an important habitat for aquatic animals.[2]

Andoni River

Fauna

The river is host to many fish species including Sarotherodon melanotheron, Galeoides decadactylus, and Ilisha africana.^{[citation needed]} Additionally the river mangroves are home to the many other aquatic animals including oysters Crassostrea gasar and shrimp Penaeus monodon.^{[citation needed]} Over the last decade evidence has emerged that the river and it's estuary are declining in capacity to support habitats for local fish populations.[3]

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