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Aquatic Economic Animal Breeding and Healthy Farming

A special issue of Biology (ISSN 2079-7737). This special issue belongs to the section "Zoology".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 July 2025 | Viewed by 870

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Yude Wang

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College of Life Sciences, Hunan Normal University, Changsha 410081, China
Interests: fish; crayfish; genetics and breeding; aquaculture
Prof. Dr. Shengwei Luo

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Guest Editor
College of Life Science, Hunan Normal University, Changsha 410081, China.
Interests: aquaculture; fish; biochemistry and molecular biology; metabolism; immune response and regulation; stress

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue on “Aquatic Economic Animal Breeding and Healthy Farming” covers the economic analysis of aquaculture, animal farming technology, and healthy farming concepts and practices, aiming to promote the sustainable development of aquaculture and animal farming, improve product quality and economic benefits, and focus attention on ecological environment protection and animal welfare. Through the reading and communication of these professional journals, practitioners can continuously acquire new knowledge, improve professional quality, and jointly promote the prosperity and progress of the industry. 

Dr. Yude Wang
Prof. Dr. Shengwei Luo
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • aquaculture economic animal
  • breeding
  • genetics
  • culture
  • nutrition

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A Comprehensive Assessment of Nutritional Value, Antioxidant Potential, and Genetic Diversity in Metapenaeus ensis from Three Different Populations
by Yundong Li, Juan Chen, Song Jiang, Qibin Yang, Lishi Yang, Jianhua Huang, Jianzhi Shi, Yan Zhang, Zhibin Lu and Falin Zhou
Biology 2024, 13(10), 838; https://doi.org/10.3390/biology13100838 (registering DOI) - 19 Oct 2024
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Due to its high tolerance to salinity and temperature, as well as its strong adaptability, Metapenaeus ensis holds an important position in the Chinese aquaculture industry. However, studies on the evaluation of its germplasm resources remain insufficient. This research conducted an in-depth comparative [...] Read more.
Due to its high tolerance to salinity and temperature, as well as its strong adaptability, Metapenaeus ensis holds an important position in the Chinese aquaculture industry. However, studies on the evaluation of its germplasm resources remain insufficient. This research conducted an in-depth comparative evaluation of M. ensis from three representative farming regions in China: Sanya, Zhuhai, and Raoping. The nutritional analysis of muscle tissue showed no statistically significant differences in crude ash, moisture, and crude protein content among the populations (p > 0.05). However, significant differences were observed in crude fat and total sugar content (p < 0.05). The MeSY and MeRP populations had higher crude fat content than the MeZH population (p < 0.05), while the MeZH population exhibited the highest total sugar content. In terms of amino acid composition, the MeSY population had relatively higher total essential amino acid content and proportion, as well as higher total amino acid content, both of which were statistically significant (p < 0.05). A fatty acid composition analysis further highlighted the advantages of the MeRP population in several key fatty acids (p < 0.05). Physiological and biochemical analyses showed no significant differences among the three populations in total antioxidant capacity, superoxide dismutase activity, or catalase activity (p > 0.05). A genetic diversity analysis indicated that M. ensis has relatively low diversity, with the MeSY population showing higher SNP density and nucleotide diversity. A genetic differentiation analysis revealed significant genetic differentiation between the MeSY and MeZH populations, while differentiation between the MeZH and MeRP populations was relatively smaller. This comprehensive assessment of nutritional components, amino acids, fatty acids, antioxidant capacity, and genetic diversity highlights the advantages of germplasm resources from different regions. These findings provide valuable insights for future research on the genetic characteristics and breeding potential of M. ensis. Full article
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Effect of Different Opening Diet on the Growth, the Structure of the Digestive Tract and Digestive Enzyme Activity of Larval and Juvenile Mystus macropterus
by Xiaoli Li, Xingbing Wu, Xuemei Li, Nian Wei, Ming Jiang, Yongjiu Zhu and Tingbing Zhu
Biology 2024, 13(9), 749; https://doi.org/10.3390/biology13090749 - 23 Sep 2024
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One of the crucial factors influencing the growth and viability of larvae and juveniles is their opening diets. The objective of this study was to identify suitable initial feed options for M. macropterus larvae and juveniles. A total of 1200 newly hatched M. [...] Read more.
One of the crucial factors influencing the growth and viability of larvae and juveniles is their opening diets. The objective of this study was to identify suitable initial feed options for M. macropterus larvae and juveniles. A total of 1200 newly hatched M. macropterus with an average weight of 18.3 mg and an average length of 11.58 mm were selected and randomly divided into four groups. The fish were fed with different opening diets, including rotifer, Artemia nauplii, Tubifex, and micro-diet from six days after hatching (dahs), respectively. Growth indices and activities of digestive enzymes were assessed at 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, and 40 dahs. Histological examination of the structure of the digestive tract was performed at 40 dahs, while survival rates were also documented. The results demonstrated that different diets had no effect on the survival rate of larvae and juveniles of M. macropterus. The growth performance indices were ranked as follows: Tubifex group > Artemia nauplii group > micro-diet group > rotifer group. Remarkably, the Tubifex group exhibited superior growth performance, which was also reflected in the structure of the digestive tract and digestive enzyme activity. Therefore, it is recommended to include Tubifex in the diet of M. macropterus larvae and juvenile during the standardized farming process. Full article
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