Panna possesses diverse freshwater ecosystems that support rich plankton and fish biodiversity, making limnological studies essential for understanding aquatic health, productivity, and sustainable aquaculture potential. The present study was carried out to evaluate the limnologi...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2026/v28i51094
Fishes play an important role in food chain, food web, energy flow and in flux of nutrients cycling. The various parameters including physico-chemical characteristics of the water, availability of food items, suitable breeding ground etc. determine the diversity of Ichthyofauna....
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2026/v28i51093
Background: Fish farming has become an important solution to increasing fish demand in Ghana, yet limited studies have examined Senior High School students’ awareness, perceptions, and willingness to engage in aquaculture in Sunyani, Bono Region. Aims: This study assessed Senior...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2026/v28i51092
Agriculture and aquaculture play a vital role in supporting rural livelihoods, food security, and economic development in Bangladesh, particularly in regions like Mymensingh Sadar where both activities are integrated. In recent years, fish farming has expanded rapidly, influencin...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2026/v28i51091
The African catfish contains significant amount of omega-6, which has been reported to cause cardiovascular problems in man, therefore, this study aimed to evaluate the anti-hypercholesterolemic effect of mushroom, and turmeric supplemented diet in Clarias gariepinus. 200 juvenil...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2026/v28i51089
Fish oil is the primary dietary lipid source for fish. However, its high cost and limited availability present challenges for aquaculture. Using plant-based oils as an alternative to fish oil could represent a sustainable development path for aquaculture. This study aimed to eval...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2026/v28i51090
Ramzy A. Yousif, Shakil Ahmed, Muhammad Iqbal Choudhary, Saba Zafar, Farzana Siddiq, Sara Ayub, Omer. A. Idam, Hassan Mohammed Adam Sulieman, Fouzi. A Mohamed & Samia H. Ahmed·Asian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Research·2026
Marine seafood like fish and shrimp is nutritionally valuable but increasingly contaminated by heavy metals from human activities, which bioaccumulate in aquatic organisms and pose ecological and human health risks.This study assessed the concentrations and size-related accumulat...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2026/v28i51088
Aim: This study investigates spatial variation in zooplankton species composition across four man-made reservoirs. Study Design: Reservoirs were sampled once monthly for two years. Sampling was done using plankton nets to sieve the reservoir water. Place and Duration of Study: Sa...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2026/v28i51087
In order to investigate the effects of zeolite incorporation in the diet of Nile tilapia on growth performance, body composition, survival rate, and histopathology, five experimental diets were formulated. Diet 1 contained groundnut cake without zeolite (0% Zeo), Diet 2 contained...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2026/v28i41086
Saima Andleeb, Ishrat Mohd, Oyas Ahmad Asimi, Azra Shah, Durdana Qazi, Mehak Hafeez, Asim Iqbal Bazaaz, Fiba Arif, Arash Bazaz, Anees Fatima & Irfan Ahmad·Asian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Research·2026
Carotenoids are natural pigments abundant in fruits and vegetables, playing a vital role in the aquaculture industry. Traditionally, aquafeed has relied on terrestrial plants for carotenoid supplementation, enhancing fish coloration while providing antioxidative benefits, boostin...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2026/v28i41085
Biofloc Technology (BFT) can be effectively implemented using a range of organic carbon sources; however, carbohydrate-based inputs are generally regarded as most suitable. The selection of an appropriate carbon source depends on several factors, including cost-effectiveness, bio...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2026/v28i41083
Environmental temperature plays a crucial role in regulating physiological and biochemical processes in ectothermic organisms such as Zebra fish (Danio rerio). Thermal stress can disrupt homeostasis by elevating reactive oxygen species (ROS), leading to oxidative damage in vital...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2026/v28i41084
The present study investigates the seasonal availability, proximate composition, and mineral content of edible cephalopods from the Digha coast, West Bengal, India. Cephalopods, including species like squids, cuttlefish, and octopuses, are economically and nutritionally important...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2026/v28i41082
The present study evaluated improved growth performance, immunity, and disease resistance in Pangasius pangasius fingerlings (initial weight: 9.1 ± 0.3 g), the current study assessed a nano-enabled delivery system for a polyherbal formulation consisting of Tridax procumbens, Boer...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2026/v28i41080
Because of the high quality of the protein it contains, fish is an exceptional animal food source for a large portion of the global population. Fish and aquatic foods contain a potent combination of micronutrients, amino acids, vitamins, and protein, all of which contribute to a...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2026/v28i41081