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Seed production of pearlspot (Etroplus suratensis) The State Fish of Kerala

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Title Seed production of pearlspot (Etroplus suratensis) The State Fish of Kerala
 
Creator P A, Vikas
Subramannian, Shinoj
 
Subject Breeding, Fecundity, Pearlspot, Pond systems, Seed production, Water quality
 
Description Pearlspot (Etroplus suratensis), known as Karimeen, holds cultural and culinary significance in Kerala and is designated the 'State Fish of Kerala'. With an annual demand of 10,000 MT for 'Kerala Karimeen' far exceeding the production of 2,000 MT, there is a growing interest in pearlspot culture. However, limited availability of seeds, with an annual requirement of 40 million, poses a critical challenge. Addressing the low fecundity and unique reproductive behaviours of pearlspot, this article introduces an innovative seed production approach in pond systems. The article emphasizes pond preparation for optimal conditions, brood fish management, facilitatingbreeding environments, breeding behaviours etc. are explored. Parental care, predator control, economic and marketing aspects are also discussed. The innovative pond system approach emerges as a promising solution for making quality seeds available for pearlspot aquaculture.
 
Publisher Indian Council of Agricutural Research
 
Date 2024-03-21
 
Type info:eu-repo/semantics/article
info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersion
 
Format application/pdf
 
Identifier https://epubs.icar.org.in/index.php/IndFarm/article/view/149874
 
Source Indian Farming; Vol. 74 No. 3 (2024): Golden Jubilee of Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs); 71-73
0019-4786
 
Language eng
 
Relation https://epubs.icar.org.in/index.php/IndFarm/article/view/149874/54176
 
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