The effect of yeast type and incorporation level on pellet buoyancy and growth characteristics of Oreochromis niloticus was studied between February and May 2022 at the IRAD/fish farming station/Cameroon. For this, 420 fry were distributed in a comparable manner in 14 concrete ta...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2025/v27i111020
Seaweeds are rich in bioactive and medicinal compounds. These natural compounds are known for their ability to combat various diseases and health disorders. The present study aimed to explore the biochemical profile and pharmacological properties of the red macroalga Acanthophora...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2025/v27i111019
This study aimed to determine the water quality of Situ Sipatahunan based on the macrozoobenthic community structure as a bioindicator. The research was conducted from May 19 to June 20, 2025, using a survey method with purposive sampling for data collection. The observational da...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2025/v27i111018
This study was done to investigate the food and feeding habits of Macrobrachium macrobrachion and Atya gabonensis from the Lower River Benue, Makurdi, as well as the influence of physicochemical parameters on their distribution. A total of 123 specimens of M. macrobrachion and 19...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2025/v27i101016
This study quantifies and projects pollutant loads from key wastewater sources in Ba Ria – Vung Tau (BRVT), a rapidly urbanizing and industrializing coastal province in southern Vietnam. An integrated methodological framework combining emission factor analysis, statistical projec...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2025/v27i111017
Mope Gerard Mokhoro, Itumeleng Elizabeth Rankhethoa, Nthabiseng Esther Koali, Motaoane Ananias Mphi, Bokang Ponoane & Khauhelo Eunice Setimela·Asian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Research·2025
Aims: This study aims to explore the multifaceted dimensions of fish farming by identifying its impacts on the economic and social status of farmers, investigating their awareness of general management practices in fish production, and determining the underlying rationale, opport...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2025/v27i101014
Betta fish (Betta splendens) are among the most popular freshwater ornamental fish in Indonesia and worldwide. However, in the cultivation process, farmers often encounter several challenges, one of which is injuries caused by various factors, such as fighting between fish. A pot...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2025/v27i101015
It is well-known that fishes excrete ammonia as their major nitrogenous waste product. However, if they are kept in a water-restricted condition for a certain period of time, they may switch over to urea excretion. In the present study, it was tried to ascertain if in Heteropneus...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2025/v27i101012
Aims: The aim of the study was to determine the physicochemical qualities of water and toxic cyanobacteria from Bambili lake to assess its potability. Study Design: Good water quality in the natural environment requires upstream management. Place and Duration of Study: Study took...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2025/v27i101013
This study investigates the reproductive biology of Twait Shad (Alosa fallax) in the coastal waters of Latakia Governorate, Syria. Fish samples (1,200 specimens) were collected using local fishing methods (Gillnets and Purse nets) from October 20, 2021, to September 14, 2023. The...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2025/v27i101009
This study investigated the fecundity, sex ratio, and condition factor of Heterotis niloticus in Epie Creek, Bayelsa State, Nigeria. 99 samples were collected for 6 months between January - June 2023 using castnets, baited hooks, and gill nets in three stations. Gravimetric metho...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2025/v27i101010
Objective: This study aims to analyze the length–weight relationship of coconut crabs (Birgus latro) on Meos Ambower Island, evaluate sexual dimorphism in morphometric characteristics, and determine growth patterns based on regression analysis. Research Design: Observational rese...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2025/v27i101011
Handline fishing is a traditional fishing gear still widely used by fishermen to exploit fish resources. Handline fishing is relatively simple and plays a role in supporting the supply of catches and competing with various modern fishing gear. Due to its crucial role, the sustain...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2025/v27i101008
Aims: The present research was conducted to investigate the effect of different spice formulations on the nutritional and microbial quality of smoked hilsha (Tenualosa ilisha) stored under sealed and vacuum-sealed conditions at two storage temperatures: room temperature (28-30°C)...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2025/v27i101007
Amidou Kpoumie Nsangou, Arlette Ndjuissi Tamko, Charlemagne Ndedi Koh, Gabel Essome Bang, Georges Fonkwa, Achile Peguy TONFACK, Algrient Nana Towa, Mathieu Duclos Fongang, Malick Ngounga & Thomas Efole Ewoukem·Asian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Research·2025
Background: Aquaculture production of most aquatic species currently farmed relies heavily on wild-type stocks with limited genetic improvement, resulting in low productivity. In recent years, intensive breeding of this species in urban and peri-urban areas has developed and the...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2025/v27i101006