The Effects of Temperature and Salinity Stressors on the Survival, Condition and Valve Closure of the Manila Clam, <i>Venerupis philippinarum</i> in a Holding Facility
We investigated the response of the Manila clam <i>Venerupis philippinarum</i> to possible temperature and salinity changes in a holding facility. First, clams were exposed to four temperatures for 15 days. Valve closure and survival of clams exposed to seawater at 18 °C were higher than...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-07-01
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Series: | Journal of Marine Science and Engineering |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2077-1312/9/7/754 |