A study was carried out to assess the nutritional value of fish feed used by small-scale aquaculture farmers in Bobasi Sub-County, Kisii County, Kenya between January and December 2019. Nine samples of fish feeds were collected randomly from different fish farmers and commercial...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i6414
Kobingi Nyakeya, James Onchieku, Frank Masese, Zipporah Gichana, Albert Getabu & Jane Nyamora·Asian Journal of Biology·2024
Aims: To determine the spatial variation in physico-chemical water quality attributes in estuarine ecosystems of South Coast Kenya to inform its management. Study Design: We employed diagnostic research design where such factors as anthropogenic activities, hydrology, and access...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i6413
Electromagnetic Field (EMF) is a natural phenomenon; however, anthropogenic activities have significantly shifted its equilibrium, leading to potential deleterious effects on biological systems. As technology becomes more integrated into daily life, the increased use of electroni...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i6412
Hyphomycetes paly significant role in freshwater ecosystem. Dang district is located in the south eastern part Gujarat state of western India. Dang has an area of 1,764 km². Present paper deals with 6 species of submerged freshwater hyphomycetes belonging to 5 genera viz. Aquapt...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i6411
This study evaluated the microorganisms (bacteria and fungi) present in garri sold within local market and garri producers at Ozoro Community. This was achieved through microbial analysis of samples to determine microbial count and strains available. Contamination of sample was o...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i6410
Green space in cities is an essential component of the urban environment. Different forms of urban green spaces, with varying populations, plant communities, and roles, offer varying urban ecological advantages. Using the i-Tree Eco model, this study examined the structural chara...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i6409
Victor Chelal, Leah Mumbi Mahianyu, Benjamin Musyimi Musingi & Dorcas Mutheu Musingi·Asian Journal of Biology·2024
The effectiveness of Daphnia and Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae as substitute protein sources for fish diet is examined in this study. The quest for sustainable aquaculture methods has led to a rise in the need for substitute protein sources. Since they may be raised using organi...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i5408
During the present study, population-based meiotic studies were carried out on three species and 14 populations of the genus Pimpinella from selected localities of district Kangra and Sirmaur of Himachal Pradesh in the North-Western Himalayas (India). The present chromosome adds...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i5407
Aims: This study was carried out to determine the physicochemical properties and mycological safety of four swimming pools within and around the University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria. Study Design: Random sampling design was employed. Place and Duration of Study: De...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i5406
Almou Abdoulaye Alio, ALIO SANDA Abdel-Kader, Alio Fody Mahamadou, Chaibou Yaou, Rabiou Mamane Moustapha, Hamidou Djelifa, Soumana Sourounda Idé, Mahamane Idi Issa Abdoulahi, Mamadou Lewamy, Haoua Sabo Seini & Sadou Hassimi·Asian Journal of Biology·2024
The urban community of Niamey is characterized by a prodigious development of urban and peri-urban agriculture. Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is one of the main crops grown in these urban and peri-urban areas. The aim of this study is to assess the impact of irrigation water on the ba...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i5405