The effects of venting and decompression on Yellow Tang (Zebrasoma flavescens) in the marine ornamental aquarium fish trade

Each year, over 45 countries export 30 million fish from coral reefs as part of the global marine ornamental aquarium trade. This catch volume is partly influenced by collection methods that cause mortality. Barotrauma in fish resulting from forced ascent from depth can contribute to post-collection...

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Main Authors: Emily S. Munday, Brian N. Tissot, Jerry R. Heidel, Tim Miller-Morgan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: PeerJ Inc. 2015-02-01
Series:PeerJ
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Online Access:https://peerj.com/articles/756.pdf