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On improving the resolution of the recruitment patterns of fishes
(1991)Type: Journal ArticleIt is proposed that the "recruitment pattern" routine of the ELEFAN II program can be modified to allow, in addition to length-frequency data, the use of "restructured" data files. An example, based on Oreochromis niloticus ... -
Preliminary estimates of growth parameters for three commercial bivalve species of Peru (Gari solida, Anlacomya ater and Semele solida)
(1991)Type: Journal ArticleThe parameters of the von Bertalanffy growth equation were estimated, mainly from size-frequency data, for three commercially exploited Peruvian bivalves, Gari solida, Aulacomya ater and Semele solida, collected by divers ... -
Simple broodstock management to control indirect selection and inbreeding: Indian carp example
(1991)Type: Journal ArticleFollowing a survey of the important traits of Indian carp broodstock at some southern Indian hatcheries, it was found that the broodstock selection was size selective, exerting strong, negative selection of prematuration ... -
Large fish seed for small-scale aquaculture
(1991)Type: Journal ArticleDetails are given of trials conducted in Thailand using the "hapa" system for nursing fish fry to fingerlings of the desired size for use in small scale aquaculture operations. -
Spawning stock biomass-per-recruit analysis: a timely substitute for stock recruitment analysis
(1991)Type: Journal ArticleRelative biomass per recruit of adult (i.e. sexually mature) fin to shellfish is shown to help in identifying levels of fishing mortality likely to lead to recruitment overfishing. This is illustrated with data from a ... -
Analysis of research for the development of tilapia farming: an interdisciplinary approach is lacking
(1992)Type: Journal ArticleTilapias, particularly Oreochromis spp., are farmed throughout the tropics and subtropics but most of the production comes from a few Asian countries. Global production increased by about 13%/yr from 1985 to 1989. A global ... -
The remarkable giant loach of Taiwan
(1992)Type: Journal ArticleThe maximum body length of the native Loach in Taiwan is about 15 cm. The body size of the male is smaller and more slender than the female. The dream to improve those limitations in loach culture was achieved by Mr. ... -
Selection properties of the baited hooks used in the Cuban longline fishery of Campeche Bank, Gulf of Mexico
(1992)Type: Journal ArticleA description of the Cuban set longline fishery on Campeche Bank, Gulf of Mexico is given, with emphasis on the effects of different species of pelagic fishes used as bait. The target species is the red grouper Epinephelus ... -
Growth, mortality, maturity and length-weight parameters of fishes in Lake Kariba, Africa
(1992)Type: Journal ArticleThis preliminary compilation presents vital parameters for 22 species of freshwater fish from Lake Kariba. The majority of the growth parameters are derived from tables in Balon and Coche's "Lake Kariba: a man-made tropical ... -
Determination and comparison of bivalve growth, with emphasis on Thailand and other tropical areas
(1992)Type: ReportAn analysis of shell microstructure of Anadara granosa and Perna viridis experimentally cultured in coastal waters of Thailand revealed that the formation of growth lines was closely related to tidal periodicity. It is ... -
Rice-fish research and development in Asia
(1992)Type: Conference ProceedingsJoint proceedings of two international workshops on rice-fish farming systems research and development – one held in Ubon, Thailand, on 23-27 October 1988; and the other on 23-27 October 1989 in Nueva Ecija, Philippines; ... -
Length-weight relationships of Lake Kariba fishes
(1992)Type: Journal ArticleThe parameters a and b of the length-weight relationship of the form W = aL super(b) were computed for 40 species from tables/graphs presented in E. Balon's Fishes of Lake Kariba, Africa. -
The biology and culture of pearl oysters (Bivalvia:Pteriidae)
(1992)Type: Working PaperGives the biology, ecology, habitat and culture techniques of four pearl oyster species (Family Pteriidae). Research needs, economics and marketing aspects are discussed. -
Low external input sustainable aquaculture for Bangladesh: an operational framework
(1992)Type: Journal ArticleLike most developing countries, Bangladesh wants to improve the income and nutrition of its rural population most of whom live under uncertain and harsh social and environmental conditions. These rural households farm with ... -
Status and potential of aquaculture in small waterbodies (ponds and ditches) in Bangladesh
(1992)Type: ReportA report on a survey on ponds and ditches in Bangladesh, done to determine their potential use for aquaculture. -
Aquaculture for small farmers: a technology development and dissemination strategy
(1992)Type: Book ChapterThe International Center for Living Aquatic Resources Management (ICLARM) with funding from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), has been assisting the Bangladesh Agricultural Re-search Council ... -
Socioeconomic impact and farmers' assessment of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) culture in Bangladesh
(1992)Type: ReportThe book reports on the socioeconomic study made on tilapia culture in seasonal ponds/ditches in Bangladesh. Results show that the simple technology, requiring very low labor input, is economically viable and brings other ... -
Oyster and mussel farming in Western Visayas, Philippines
(1992)Type: Journal ArticleThe slipper oyster (talaba) and the green mussel (tahong) are the only mollusc species farmed in the Philippines. They are farmed for their meat, and consumption is mainly for the domestic market. The Western Visayas region, ... -
New functions for the analysis of two-phrase growth of juvenile and adult fishes, with application to Nile perch
(1992)Type: Journal ArticleTwo phases of growth can sometimes be distinguished in long-lived fish species. The first involves the growth of zooplankton-feeding juveniles and young adults. The second consists of accelerated growth of large, piscivorous ... -
Site selection for brackishwater aquaculture development and mangrove reforestation in Lingayen Gulf, Philippines using geographic information system
(1992)Type: Conference PaperBrackishwater aquaculture production in Lingayen Gulf in northwestern Luzon, Philippines, is one of the highest in the country. Most of the aquafarms are mangrove forest and marginal lands which have been converted for ...
