Introduction to Aquaculture

ISBN-13: 9780471611462 / Angielski / Miękka / 1991 / 464 str.

Matthew Landau

Opis

This examination of the science of aquaculture introduces a wide spectrum of applications and related subjects. Topics discussed include water quality, pumps and the measurement of flow, biological concepts, seaweed cultivation, the raising of fresh and salt water fish, and engineering.

Spis treści

NONBIOLOGICAL METHODS.

Water Quality.

Culture Systems.

Pumps and the Measurement of Flow.

Filtration and Water Treatment.

BIOLOGY AND CULTURE METHODS.

General Biological Concepts.

Seaweeds and Spirulina.

Commonly Cultured Mollusks.

Commonly Cultured Crustaceans.

Commonly Cultured Freshwater Fish.

Commonly Cultured Saltwater Fish.

BUSINESS.

Laws Pertaining to Aquaculture.

Economics.

Appendices.

Bibliography and Suggested Reading.

Index.