OVERVIEW OF THE SCIENTIFIC BASIS AND WEANING ABILITY IN LARVAE CULTURE FOR CLOWNFISH (Amphiprion spp.)

Tran Thi Le Trang, Saowapa Sawatpera
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  • Tran Thi Le Trang Nha Trang University
  • Saowapa Sawatpera Burapha University

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https://doi.org/10.15625/1859-3097/12/3/2376

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clownfish, histological studies, digestive system, weaning.

Abstract

An overview of histological studies on the development of the digestive system and tests for determining the optimum age for weaning on clownfish larvae has critical importance in order to establish optimal feeding regimes for their culture.

Before hatching clownfish larvae possess a differentiated alimentary tract, liver and pancreas with absorptive and digestive capabilities; therefore clownfish larvae readily accept rotifers after hatching. However, gastric glands in the stomach strongly develop about 2 weeks of age depending on species and culture condition.

The time of feeding on Artemia and artificial food for some clownfish larvae can begin from 7-10 and 14 day of ages, respectively.

Key words: clownfish, histological studies, digestive system, weaning.

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Published

31-12-2012

How to Cite

Trang, T. T. L., & Sawatpera, S. (2012). OVERVIEW OF THE SCIENTIFIC BASIS AND WEANING ABILITY IN LARVAE CULTURE FOR CLOWNFISH (Amphiprion spp.). Vietnam Journal of Marine Science and Technology, 12(3), 77–86. https://doi.org/10.15625/1859-3097/12/3/2376

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