Journal article
Growth of Juvenile Brazilian Flounder, Paralichthys orbignyanus, Cultured at Different Salinities
Abstract
The Brazilian flounder, Paralichthys orbignyanus, is found in coastal and estuarine waters of the Western South Atlantic Ocean. It is being considered for aquaculture due to its high market price and wide environmental tolerance. In this study, the hypothesis of enhanced growth of Brazilian flounder at a salinity equivalent to its isosmotic point was tested. Hatchery raised juveniles were cultured during 12 months at three salinities: 2,11, and …
Authors
Sampaio LA; Bianchini A; Cerqueira VR
Journal
Journal of Applied Aquaculture, Vol. 11, No. 1-2, pp. 67–75
Publisher
Taylor & Francis
Publication Date
January 2001
DOI
10.1300/j028v11n01_06
ISSN
1045-4438