Does different tank bottom colour affect the growth, survival and foraging behaviour of Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) larvae?
Publication details
Journal : Aquaculture , vol. 277 , p. 197–202 , 2008
Publisher : Elsevier
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Printed
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0044-8486
Electronic
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1873-5622
Publication type : Academic article
Issue : 3-4
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DOI
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doi.org/10.1016/j.aquaculture....
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Summary
We examined the foraging behaviour, growth and survival of Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) larvae in two different colours of tank bottom; either beige (light hereafier) or black (dark hereafter) bottomed tanks with black walls. Results showed no significant differences in the growth, foraging behaviour, or survival of Atlantic cod larvae in response to tank bottom colour indicating tbat Iarvae could be reared in lighter bottom tanks without any detrimental effect to the larvae. Using a light bottom tank is also of greater benefit to the culturist as they provide better contrast to monitor the behavioural and morphological development of the larvae.
