Author: Alice FusfeldPublisher:
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Category : Fish populations
Languages : en
Pages : 156
Book Description
The Effects of Salinity, Temperature, and Stocking Density on the Growth and Food Conversion Efficiency of Juvenile Striped Bass, Morone Saxatilis (Walbaum)
Author: Alice FusfeldPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Fish populations
Languages : en
Pages : 156
Book Description
Aquaculture Europe
Author: Characterization of Compensatory Growth in Hybrid Striped Bass (Morone Chrysops X Morone Saxatilis): Hormones and Mechanisms
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ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Compensatory growth (CG) is a period of growth acceleration that exceeds normal rates after animals are alleviated of certain growth-stunting conditions. While the endocrine control of growth in fishes and other vertebrates is regulated primarily through the growth hormone (GH) D insulin-like growth factor (IGF) axis, the hormonal dynamics regulating accelerated (compensatory) phases of growth are poorly understood. We assessed whether CG responses could be induced in hybrid striped bass (HSB; Morone chrysops X Morone saxatilis) through feeding and/or temperature manipulation, and then examined whether components of the GH/IGF endocrine growth axis could be contributing to the response. We found that CG responses can be elicited in HSB following periods of 1) partial feed restriction, 2) complete feed restriction and 3) a combination of low water temperatures and complete feed restriction, with full catch-up growth being achieved in the latter. The most dramatic periods of CG were preceded by a catabolic state marked by body weight loss, hepatic steatosis, depressed hepatosomatic index values and an endocrine state of GH resistance. Upon alleviation of the growth-stunting condition, HSB displayed significant elevations in growth rate that exceeded controls by as much as 4 times. This CG response was accompanied by increases in feed intake (hyperphagia), improved feed conversion and a reversal of steatotsis and GH resistance. The onset of CG in feed manipulation studies was marked by significant elevations in total hepatic IGF-I mRNA and plasma IGF-I, indicating that elevated synthesis and secretion of the growth factor may mediate rapid growth responses. Strong correlations between systemic IGF-I and SGR suggest that circulating levels of IGF-I may serve as a biomarker of growth in HSB and perhaps other fishes. The 40kDa IGF binding protein (IGFBP) may also contribute to CG, since plasma levels increased in concordance with IGF-I and growth. Although little is.
The effect of salinity on growth food conversion ratio, protein efficiency ratio and condition of Oreochromis mossabicus
Author: ER. MadikizelaFish Energetics
Author: Peter TytlerPublisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 9401179182
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 337
Book Description
It is almost thirty years since Professor G. G. Winberg established the basis for experimental studies in fish energetics with the publication of his monograph, Rate of Metabolism and Food Requirements of Fishes. His ultimate aim was to develop a scientific approach to fish culture and management, and the immense volume of literature generated in the ensuing years has been mainly in response to the demand for information from a rapidly expanding, world-wide aquaculture industry and to the shortcomings of contemporary practices in fisheries management. The purpose of this book is not to review this literature compre hensively, but, assuming an informed readership, to focus attention on topics in which new knowledge and theory are beginning to be applied in practice. Most emphasis has been placed on food; feeding; production (growth and reproduction) and energy budgeting, as these have most influence on the development of fish culture. Some chapters offer practical advice for the selection of methods, and warn of pitfalls in previous approaches. In others the influence of new theory on the interpretation of studies in fish energetics is discussed in the context of resource allocation and adaptation. We hope that the scope of material presented here will have sufficient interest and value to help significantly to fulfil Winberg's original objectives.
Fish Reproductive Biology
Author: Tore JakobsenPublisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118752740
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 500
Book Description
Fish recruitment is a key process for maintaining sustainable fish populations. In the marine environment, fish recruitment is carried out in many different ways, all of which have different life history strategies. The objective of this book is to argue for greater linkages between basic and applied research on fisheries recruitment, and assessment and management of exploited fish stocks. Following an introductory chapter, this second edition of Fish Reproductive Biology is organized into 3 main sections: Biology, Population Dynamics and Recruitment Information Critical to Successful Assessment and Management Incorporation of Reproductive Biology and Recruitment Considerations into Management Advice and Strategies The authors collectively bring a wide range of diverse experience in areas of reproductive biology, fisheries oceanography, stock assessment, and management. Fully updated throughout, the book will be of great interest to a wide audience. It is useful as a textbook in graduate and undergraduate courses in fisheries biology, fisheries science, and fisheries resource management and will provide vital information for fish biologists, fisheries scientists and managers.
The Chesapeake & Delaware Canal
Author: Striped Bass and Other Morone Culture
Author: R.M. HarrellPublisher: Elsevier
ISBN: 0080541887
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 387
Book Description
This book is an up-to-date discussion of the culture of striped bass and other Morone spp. The subject matter is broken down into functional components of the spawning, husbandry, and economics of the industry, and is written by some of the leading scientists in each of the respective areas of discussion. The chapters on reproduction, nutrition, environmental requirements, transportation, economics and fish processing are not found anywhere else in the striped bass literature. The chapter on water quality takes a very non-traditional approach to considering the impact water quality has on the production success of Morone and offers some very thought-provoking ideas on water management. Primarily written as a reference work, this book is intended to complement existing technique manuals.
Physiological Adaptations to Swimming in Fish
Author: Josep V. PlanasPublisher: Frontiers Media SA
ISBN: 2889452468
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 90
Book Description
Swimming is an integral part of the life history of many fish species as is intimately linked with their ability to express feeding and predator avoidance behaviors, habitat selection and environmental preferences, social and reproductive behaviors as well as migratory behaviors. Therefore, swimming is an important determinant factor of fitness in a true Darwinian sense and, not surprisingly, swimming performance has been often used as a measure of physiological fitness in fish. The main aim of this Research Topic is to showcase some of the current studies designed to improve our understanding of the physiological energetic and metabolic requirements of swimming and of the adaptive responses to swimming in fish.
Multivariate Statistics for Wildlife and Ecology Research
Author: Kevin McGarigalPublisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 146121288X
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 293
Book Description
With its focus on the practical application of the techniques of multivariate statistics, this book shapes the powerful tools of statistics for the specific needs of ecologists and makes statistics more applicable to their course of study. It gives readers a solid conceptual understanding of the role of multivariate statistics in ecological applications and the relationships among various techniques, while avoiding detailed mathematics and the underlying theory. More importantly, the reader will gain insight into the type of research questions best handled by each technique and the important considerations in applying them. Whether used as a textbook for specialised courses or as a supplement to general statistics texts, the book emphasises those techniques that students of ecology and natural resources most need to understand and employ in their research. While targeted for upper-division and graduate students in wildlife biology, forestry, and ecology, and for professional wildlife scientists and natural resource managers, this book will also be valuable to researchers in any of the biological sciences.