Comparison of zootechnical performances, welfare condition and quality traits of hybrid striped bass (Morone chrysops x Morone saxatilis) reared in different Italian farms

Growth performances of sunshine bass (initial m.b.w.=200±50 g) were examined in 3 different rearing conditions: concrete square basins (HSB-1); raceways (HSB-2); natural ponds (HSB-3). Fish received the same extruded feed (prot. 48.8%; lip. 17.8%). The trial lasted 16 months in HSB-1 and...

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Main Authors: Paolo Melotti, Alberto Felici, Leila Forlini, Federico Sirri, Oliviero Mordenti, Adele Meluzzi, Stefano Pignata, Andrea Dees, Alessandra Roncarati
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2010-01-01
Series:Italian Journal of Animal Science
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Online Access:http://www.aspajournal.it/index.php/ijas/article/view/596