The work summarizes the current knowledge regarding the controlled reproduction of an emerging aquaculture species, the Eurasian perch (Perca fluviatilis). In great detail it describes and explains the principal of most of the controlled reproductive protocol leading to obtain high quality larvae. The book is primarily intended to be used as a hatchery manual by practicing aquaculturists and laboratory technicians working with this species. On the other hand, it also summarizes the scientific background of the methods applied, therefore, it can serve as a reference for the state-of-the-art in the controlled reproduction of Eurasian perch and other freshwater percid species.

Unique comprehensive manual describing all steps of controlled reproductive protocols for Eurasian perch Highly illustrated and including the newest knowledge in the field of Eurasian perch controlled reproduction Includes a combination of methodological descriptions and new data Features topics such as hatchery manipulation, in vitro fertilization, and oocytes maturity stages

Autorentext

Dr. Daniel arski, Department of Lake and River Fisheries, University of Warmia and Mazury in

Olsztyn, Poland

Inhalt

1. Introduction.- 2. Harvest, transport of spawners, prophylaxis.- 3. Hatchery manipulation and broodstock selection.- 4. Determination of maturity stages of oocytes5. Stimulation of ovulation and spermiation.- 6. Collection of gametes.- 7. Short- andlong-term storage of gametes.- 8. Evaluation of gamete quality.- 9. In vitro fertilization10. Incubation and hatching.- 11. Advanced spawning (out-of the season spawning).- Appendix 1.- Appendix 2.