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Growth of grey triggerfish Balistes capriscus, based on growth checks of the dorsal spine
(1989)Type: Journal ArticleAn estimation is given of growth parameters of grey triggerfish (Balistes capriscus ) occurring off the coast ofGhana. Growth was estimated by observing annuli in the dorsal spine. From the distribution of observed length ... -
Biology, epidemiology and management of Pyrodinium red tides
(1989)Type: Conference ProceedingsRed tide has become a frequent phenomenon in the coastal waters in many parts of the world. In Southeast Asia many lives have been lost and thousands taken ill from eating contaminated seafoods. Economic losses are also ... -
Policy recommendations for coastal area management in the ASEAN region: as discussed by policymakers, administrators and scientists
(1989)Type: Conference ProceedingsRecommendations for coastal area management in the ASEAN region are given, being based on discussions held atthe Workshop which reviewed the current exploitation of coastal resources and examined the severity of degradation ... -
A small-scale hatchery for common carp
(1989)Type: BriefGives comprehensive and well-illustrated techniques in comics format for establishing and maintaining an inexpensive hatchery for common carp, based on the techniques adopted in the common carp culture in Indonesia. -
The economics of seaweed farming in the Philippines
(1989)Type: Journal ArticleDevelopments in the seaweed farming industry in the Philippines are outlined. A large part of the coastline is ideal for seaweed farming; the 2 species of Eucheuma cultivated commercially are E. cottonii and E. spinosum . ... -
Coastal Area Management Program, International Center for Living Aquatic Resources Management, Manila, Philippines
(1989)Type: BriefCoastal areas play a critical role in the economic and social development of tropical countries. The highly productive ecosystems found in these areas support a wide range of economic activities. Increasing populations and ... -
Bibliography on Indo-Pacific red tides
(1989)Type: BookThis bibliography includes some 243 references to red tides in the central Indo-Pacific region. Author, geographic, subject and taxonomic indexes are also provided. -
ICLARM and South-South technology transfer: Philippine aquaculture technology and Indonesia. Part II
(1989)Type: Journal ArticleDetails are given of the tilapia hatchery systems used in the Philippines i.e., the "hapa" floating hatcheries and the backyard pond hatcheries, and their applications in Indonesia. Experiments are being conducted in ... -
A simple index of metabolic level in fishes
(1989)Type: Journal ArticleDetails are given of the use of an aspect ratio of the caudal fin of fish as an index of metabolic level. Studies have shown that this ratio, besides correlating with food consumption, also has close relationships with ... -
Rice-fish-vegetable integrated farming: towards a sustainable ecosystem
(1990)Type: Journal ArticleAn outline is given of procedures to take in order to adopt an integrated rice-fish-vegetable farming system in India. Vegetables, which are cultivated in the dikes of the system, may include Luffa acutangula, Vigna ... -
On Malthusian overfishing
(1990)Type: Journal ArticleA brief examination is made of Malthus' works during the 1800s regarding population growth, considering applications to fisheries resources and their management. -
Maximo rendimiento sostenible de la pesqueria comercial en el Departamento de Loreto, Peru
(1990)Type: Journal ArticleCatch and effort data from the river fisheries of the Peruvian part of Amazonia are presented, and used to fit a Schaefer-type surplus production model. This suggests that present effort is in excess of what is required ... -
Polyculture of tropical bivalve mulluscs with tilapia: a potentially profitable solution to predator control and fouling problems
(1990)Type: Journal ArticleThis article gives an account of the beneficial effect of rearing sea water acclimated tilapia with oyster culture. -
Reduction in effort and favorable environment helped to increase shrimp catch in Kuwait
(1990)Type: Journal ArticleThe 1988-1989 shrimp catch from kuwait waters was 5125 t, representing a 62% increase above the previous record of 3158 t in 1966-1967. Ninety-eight per cent of the record landing was comprised of Penaeus semisulcatus ... -
Seagrasses: a resource unknown in the ASEAN region
(1990)Type: BriefThe coastal waters of Southeast Asian countries have some of the world's richest ecosystems characterized by extensive coral reefs and dense mangrove forests. The publication provides insights useful towards a better ... -
International research collaboration in rice-fish research
(1990)Type: Journal ArticleGrowing fish in ricefields could dramatically increase farmers' incomes from rice lands and fish production in Asia. This article describes how collaborative international research can strengthen national research ia ... -
Integration of aquaculture and agriculture: a route to sustainable farming systems
(1990)Type: Journal ArticleThe integration of agriculture and aquaculture as a means of intensifying resource use and improving the productivity of many current farming practices in Southeast Asian and African countries is discussed. A brief account ... -
A preliminary account of the population dynamics of Stolephorus devisi (Engraulidae) at Munda Baitground, Solomon Islands
(1990)Type: Journal ArticleEstimates of growth parameters for Stolephorus devisi (Engraulidae) at Munda Baitground, Solomon Islands were obtained using the Compleat ELEFAN software. Also, estimates of natural and fishing mortality are presented, ... -
A fish crop may improve rice yields and ricefields
(1990)Type: Journal ArticleRice and fish are important in Asian diets. Up to now the supplies of rice and fish have come from differentRice and fish are important in Asian diets. Up to now the supplies of rice and fish have come from different ... -
Artificial reefs for marine habitat enhancement in Southeast Asia
(1990)Type: BriefThis study highlights the potential role of artificial reefs in Coastal Resource Management in the ASEAN region. It discusses the considerations necessary to maximize the effectiveness of artificial reefs as a means for ...



















