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Sponsoring Organizations

Journal of Aquatic Sciences is published by the

Publication Scheduling

Published twice annually

General

Association for Aquatic Sciences of Nigeria (AASN)
Indexing
This journal is indexed by ASFA (Aquatic Sciences and Fisheries Abstracts) Zoological Records CAB Abstracts Naga - the ICLARM (International Centre for Living Aquatic Resources Management) Quarterly DIALOG SilverPlatter, OVID Cambridge Scientific Abstracts Lexis-Nexis

Society Officers:

Prof. E. B. C. Ufodike (FAAS)    -   Ufodike Holdings, Ufodike Drive, Umudim, Nnewi, Nigeria (President)

Prof. A. W. Akpan                    -    Dept. of Zoology, University of Uyo, Nigeria (Vice President)

Dr U. U. Gabriel                       -    Dept. of Fisheries and Aquatic Environment, RSUST (Fin. Sec.)

Ms B. Agah                             -    Dept. of Zoology, University of Uyo, Nigeria (Secretary)

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The Journal of Aquatic Sciences publishes articles on problems and issues in Aquatic Sciences from all parts of the world.
The journal accepts for publication manuscripts of very high international standard containing reports of original scientific research.
Acceptable topics include aquatic biology, aquatic resources management, aquatic ecotoxicology and pollution, fish physiology, nutrition, health, breeding, population dynamics, fish processing and preservation.

Categories of articles include the following:
Full research papers must not exceed 18 manuscript pages including Tables, Figures and Plates.
Short communications are result but highly significant research findings. Manuscript must not exceed 8 pages, must have an abstract, but may omit the usual headings of full research papers.
The Editorial Board will solicit invited papers. Only original, unpublished articles not under consideration for publication elsewhere should be submitted. Articles must be technically sound and written in English. The review of manuscript is extensive, meticulous and thorough. Manuscript should be prepared according to the Journal's standard and instructions.

PREPARATION OF MANUSCRIPTS
1. Organize manuscript for submission as follows:
Title page – title must be concise. Author's name and affiliation should be on this page.
Abstract - should be a brief summary (max.: 200 words) of the research findings.
Key words - at the abstract page, a maximum of 5. Introduction – lays out the problem addressed and current level of knowledge.
Materials and Methods – includes all crucial information to allow replication of the study
Results – gives concise summary of data in Tables and Figures (including Plates if applicable)
Discussion, Conclusion (if necessary), Acknowledgement (if any), References.
2. Manuscripts should be typewritten on one side of A4-sized paper (210 ´ 297 mm). Typing should be double-spaced with at least 3 cm margins. All scientific names should be underlined or italicized
3. S1 Units should be used. Use superscripts or subscripts instead of bar (/) for compound units (example: 56 g.m-2 instead of 56 g/m2, 70 t ha-1.year-1 instead of 70 t/ha/year).
4. Table - authors are requested to ensure that the typed tables should be made to get into quarto size paper. Titles to tables should be typed at the top of the table page. All tables must be numbered in Greek numerals and referred to sequentially in the text.
5. Figures - These must be submitted in triplicate (one original on translucent tracing paper or computer lazer printed). The size of the paper should not be more than the A4 size and margins should be at least 4 cm. Lettering should be in Indian ink or computer generated with lazer quality. Figure titles should be at the bottom of figures. All figures must be numbered using Greek numerals and referred to sequentially in the text. Plates - only black-and-white photographs would be accepted for publication. Photographs should be in glossy paper and should not exceed 20 cm x 25 cm. Plates should be properly labelled.
6. References - all publications cited in the text should be presented in a list of references following the manuscript.
Please use the following system for arranging references:- Journal/periodicals: Omoregie, E., Eseyin, T. G. and Ofojekwu, P. C. (1994). Chronic effects of formalin on erythrocyte counts and plasma glucose of the Nile tilapia, Oreochromis niloticus (L.). Asian Fisheries Science 7: 1 - 6. Text books: Anthony, A D. (1982). Taxonomy of Tropical Cichlids, First Edition. Jos University Press, Jos, Nigeria. 28 pp. Chapter in books: Mulcahy, M. F. (1975). Fish blood changes associated with disease. In: The Pathology of Fishes (Ed.: W. E. Ribelin and C. Migaki). University of Wisconsin, USA. 925 - 944

SUBMISSION OF MANUSCRIPTS
Submit at first instance three copies of manuscript. After the review process submit two copies including the reviewed copies. In addition, submit a computer file of the revised manuscript. The computer file should be in PC-DOS compatible format (using either WordPerfect® or Microsoft Word® processor).
All manuscripts should be addressed to:
Dr. E. Omoregie, Editor-in-Chief, Journal of Aquatic Sciences, Fisheries and Hydrobiology Research Unit, Department of Zoology, University of Jos, Nigeria. (E-mail: omoregie@unijos.edu.ng; omoregie_edosa@yahoo.com; omoregie@eudoramail.com)

PAGE CHARGE
A page charge of N1000.00 (US$50.00/£30.00) per printed page would be contributed by author(s) of all accepted manuscripts(s). The page charge maybe altered at any time without pre-information. Author(s) are entitled to only ten reprints of their article

Invalid data type in setData: Interested in submitting to this journal? We recommend that you review the About the Journal page for the journal's section policies, as well as the Author Guidelines. Authors need to register with the journal prior to submitting, or if already registered can simply log in and begin the 5 step process.Invalid data type in setData: Dept. of Animal and Environmental Biology, University of Uyo, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.Invalid data type in setData: Copyright for articles published in this journal is retained by the journal.Invalid data type in setData:

The Journal of Aquatic Sciences publishes articles on problems and issues in Aquatic Sciences from all parts of the world. The journal accepts for publication manuscripts of very high international standard containing reports of original scientific research. Acceptable topics include aquatic biology, aquatic resources management, aquatic ecotoxicology and pollution, fish physiology, nutrition, health, breeding, population dynamics, fish processing and preservation.

Other websites related to this journal: www.journalofaquaticsciences.com.ng

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Dr. Mmandu U. Effiong (Editor-in-Chief), Department of Animal and Environmental Biology, University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Email: mmanduueffiong@uniuyo.edu.ng; jas.aasn@gmail.com

Prof. A. O. Davies (Editor), Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Environment, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Email: daviesonome@yahoo.com

Prof. J. F. N. Abowei (Editor) Department of Biological Sciences, Niger Delta University, Bayelsa State, Nigeria

Prof. A. I. Hart (Editor), Department of Animal and Environmental Biology, University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

Prof. F. O. Arimoro (Editor), Department of Biological Sciences, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Niger State, Nigeria

Dr. E. P. Udoinyang (Editorial Secretary), Department of Animal and Environmental Biology, University of Uyo, Nigeria

Invalid data type in setData: We encourage research librarians to list this journal among their library's electronic journal holdings. As well, it may be worth noting that this journal's open source publishing system is suitable for libraries to host for their faculty members to use with journals they are involved in editing (see Open Journal Systems).Invalid data type in setData: Copyright for articles published in this journal is retained by the journal.Invalid data type in setData: This journal utilizes the LOCKSS system to create a distributed archiving system among participating libraries and permits those libraries to create permanent archives of the journal for purposes of preservation and restoration. More...Invalid data type in setData: The payment of this fee will enroll you as a member in this association for one year and provide you with free access to this journal.Invalid data type in setData: Association MembershipInvalid data type in setData: Journal of Aquatic SciencesInvalid data type in setData: The names and email addresses entered in this journal site will be used exclusively for the stated purposes of this journal and will not be made available for any other purpose or to any other party.Invalid data type in setData: If this paper is accepted for publication, you will be asked to pay an Article Publication Fee to cover publications costs.Invalid data type in setData: Article PublicationInvalid data type in setData: The payment of this fee will enable you to view, download, and print this article.Invalid data type in setData: Purchase ArticleInvalid data type in setData: We encourage readers to sign up for the publishing notification service for this journal. Use the Register link at the top of the homepage for the journal. This registration will result in the reader receiving the Table of Contents by email for each new issue of the journal. This list also allows the journal to claim a certain level of support or readership. See the journal's Privacy Statement which assures readers that their name and email address will not be used for other purposes.Invalid data type in setData: Journal of Aquatic SciencesInvalid data type in setData: Authors are required to pay an Article Submission Fee as part of the submission process to contribute to review costs.Invalid data type in setData: Article SubmissionInvalid data type in setData: Each volume costs N550.00 ($100.00/Invalid data type in setData: support@ajol.infoInvalid data type in setData: African Journals OnlineInvalid data type in setData:

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Sponsoring Organizations

Journal of Aquatic Sciences is published by the

Publication Scheduling

Published twice annually

General

Association for Aquatic Sciences of Nigeria (AASN)
Indexing
This journal is indexed by ASFA (Aquatic Sciences and Fisheries Abstracts) Zoological Records CAB Abstracts Naga - the ICLARM (International Centre for Living Aquatic Resources Management) Quarterly DIALOG SilverPlatter, OVID Cambridge Scientific Abstracts Lexis-Nexis

Society Officers:

Prof. E. B. C. Ufodike (FAAS)    -   Ufodike Holdings, Ufodike Drive, Umudim, Nnewi, Nigeria (President)

Prof. A. W. Akpan                    -    Dept. of Zoology, University of Uyo, Nigeria (Vice President)

Dr U. U. Gabriel                       -    Dept. of Fisheries and Aquatic Environment, RSUST (Fin. Sec.)

Ms B. Agah                             -    Dept. of Zoology, University of Uyo, Nigeria (Secretary)

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The Journal of Aquatic Sciences publishes articles on problems and issues in Aquatic Sciences from all parts of the world.
The journal accepts for publication manuscripts of very high international standard containing reports of original scientific research.
Acceptable topics include aquatic biology, aquatic resources management, aquatic ecotoxicology and pollution, fish physiology, nutrition, health, breeding, population dynamics, fish processing and preservation.

Categories of articles include the following:
Full research papers must not exceed 18 manuscript pages including Tables, Figures and Plates.
Short communications are result but highly significant research findings. Manuscript must not exceed 8 pages, must have an abstract, but may omit the usual headings of full research papers.
The Editorial Board will solicit invited papers. Only original, unpublished articles not under consideration for publication elsewhere should be submitted. Articles must be technically sound and written in English. The review of manuscript is extensive, meticulous and thorough. Manuscript should be prepared according to the Journal's standard and instructions.

PREPARATION OF MANUSCRIPTS
1. Organize manuscript for submission as follows:
Title page – title must be concise. Author's name and affiliation should be on this page.
Abstract - should be a brief summary (max.: 200 words) of the research findings.
Key words - at the abstract page, a maximum of 5. Introduction – lays out the problem addressed and current level of knowledge.
Materials and Methods – includes all crucial information to allow replication of the study
Results – gives concise summary of data in Tables and Figures (including Plates if applicable)
Discussion, Conclusion (if necessary), Acknowledgement (if any), References.
2. Manuscripts should be typewritten on one side of A4-sized paper (210 ´ 297 mm). Typing should be double-spaced with at least 3 cm margins. All scientific names should be underlined or italicized
3. S1 Units should be used. Use superscripts or subscripts instead of bar (/) for compound units (example: 56 g.m-2 instead of 56 g/m2, 70 t ha-1.year-1 instead of 70 t/ha/year).
4. Table - authors are requested to ensure that the typed tables should be made to get into quarto size paper. Titles to tables should be typed at the top of the table page. All tables must be numbered in Greek numerals and referred to sequentially in the text.
5. Figures - These must be submitted in triplicate (one original on translucent tracing paper or computer lazer printed). The size of the paper should not be more than the A4 size and margins should be at least 4 cm. Lettering should be in Indian ink or computer generated with lazer quality. Figure titles should be at the bottom of figures. All figures must be numbered using Greek numerals and referred to sequentially in the text. Plates - only black-and-white photographs would be accepted for publication. Photographs should be in glossy paper and should not exceed 20 cm x 25 cm. Plates should be properly labelled.
6. References - all publications cited in the text should be presented in a list of references following the manuscript.
Please use the following system for arranging references:- Journal/periodicals: Omoregie, E., Eseyin, T. G. and Ofojekwu, P. C. (1994). Chronic effects of formalin on erythrocyte counts and plasma glucose of the Nile tilapia, Oreochromis niloticus (L.). Asian Fisheries Science 7: 1 - 6. Text books: Anthony, A D. (1982). Taxonomy of Tropical Cichlids, First Edition. Jos University Press, Jos, Nigeria. 28 pp. Chapter in books: Mulcahy, M. F. (1975). Fish blood changes associated with disease. In: The Pathology of Fishes (Ed.: W. E. Ribelin and C. Migaki). University of Wisconsin, USA. 925 - 944

SUBMISSION OF MANUSCRIPTS
Submit at first instance three copies of manuscript. After the review process submit two copies including the reviewed copies. In addition, submit a computer file of the revised manuscript. The computer file should be in PC-DOS compatible format (using either WordPerfect® or Microsoft Word® processor).
All manuscripts should be addressed to:
Dr. E. Omoregie, Editor-in-Chief, Journal of Aquatic Sciences, Fisheries and Hydrobiology Research Unit, Department of Zoology, University of Jos, Nigeria. (E-mail: omoregie@unijos.edu.ng; omoregie_edosa@yahoo.com; omoregie@eudoramail.com)

PAGE CHARGE
A page charge of N1000.00 (US$50.00/£30.00) per printed page would be contributed by author(s) of all accepted manuscripts(s). The page charge maybe altered at any time without pre-information. Author(s) are entitled to only ten reprints of their article

Invalid data type in setData: Interested in submitting to this journal? We recommend that you review the About the Journal page for the journal's section policies, as well as the Author Guidelines. Authors need to register with the journal prior to submitting, or if already registered can simply log in and begin the 5 step process.Invalid data type in setData: Dept. of Animal and Environmental Biology, University of Uyo, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.Invalid data type in setData: Copyright for articles published in this journal is retained by the journal.Invalid data type in setData:

The Journal of Aquatic Sciences publishes articles on problems and issues in Aquatic Sciences from all parts of the world. The journal accepts for publication manuscripts of very high international standard containing reports of original scientific research. Acceptable topics include aquatic biology, aquatic resources management, aquatic ecotoxicology and pollution, fish physiology, nutrition, health, breeding, population dynamics, fish processing and preservation.

Other websites related to this journal: www.journalofaquaticsciences.com.ng

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Dr. Mmandu U. Effiong (Editor-in-Chief), Department of Animal and Environmental Biology, University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Email: mmanduueffiong@uniuyo.edu.ng; jas.aasn@gmail.com

Prof. A. O. Davies (Editor), Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Environment, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Email: daviesonome@yahoo.com

Prof. J. F. N. Abowei (Editor) Department of Biological Sciences, Niger Delta University, Bayelsa State, Nigeria

Prof. A. I. Hart (Editor), Department of Animal and Environmental Biology, University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

Prof. F. O. Arimoro (Editor), Department of Biological Sciences, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Niger State, Nigeria

Dr. E. P. Udoinyang (Editorial Secretary), Department of Animal and Environmental Biology, University of Uyo, Nigeria

Invalid data type in setData: We encourage research librarians to list this journal among their library's electronic journal holdings. As well, it may be worth noting that this journal's open source publishing system is suitable for libraries to host for their faculty members to use with journals they are involved in editing (see Open Journal Systems).Invalid data type in setData: Copyright for articles published in this journal is retained by the journal.Invalid data type in setData: This journal utilizes the LOCKSS system to create a distributed archiving system among participating libraries and permits those libraries to create permanent archives of the journal for purposes of preservation and restoration. More...Invalid data type in setData: The payment of this fee will enroll you as a member in this association for one year and provide you with free access to this journal.Invalid data type in setData: Association MembershipInvalid data type in setData: Journal of Aquatic SciencesInvalid data type in setData: The names and email addresses entered in this journal site will be used exclusively for the stated purposes of this journal and will not be made available for any other purpose or to any other party.Invalid data type in setData: If this paper is accepted for publication, you will be asked to pay an Article Publication Fee to cover publications costs.Invalid data type in setData: Article PublicationInvalid data type in setData: The payment of this fee will enable you to view, download, and print this article.Invalid data type in setData: Purchase ArticleInvalid data type in setData: We encourage readers to sign up for the publishing notification service for this journal. Use the Register link at the top of the homepage for the journal. This registration will result in the reader receiving the Table of Contents by email for each new issue of the journal. This list also allows the journal to claim a certain level of support or readership. See the journal's Privacy Statement which assures readers that their name and email address will not be used for other purposes.Invalid data type in setData: Journal of Aquatic SciencesInvalid data type in setData: Authors are required to pay an Article Submission Fee as part of the submission process to contribute to review costs.Invalid data type in setData: Article SubmissionInvalid data type in setData: Each volume costs N550.00 ($100.00/Invalid data type in setData: AJOLInvalid data type in setData:

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Sponsoring Organizations

Journal of Aquatic Sciences is published by the

Publication Scheduling

Published twice annually

General

Association for Aquatic Sciences of Nigeria (AASN)
Indexing
This journal is indexed by ASFA (Aquatic Sciences and Fisheries Abstracts) Zoological Records CAB Abstracts Naga - the ICLARM (International Centre for Living Aquatic Resources Management) Quarterly DIALOG SilverPlatter, OVID Cambridge Scientific Abstracts Lexis-Nexis

Society Officers:

Prof. E. B. C. Ufodike (FAAS)    -   Ufodike Holdings, Ufodike Drive, Umudim, Nnewi, Nigeria (President)

Prof. A. W. Akpan                    -    Dept. of Zoology, University of Uyo, Nigeria (Vice President)

Dr U. U. Gabriel                       -    Dept. of Fisheries and Aquatic Environment, RSUST (Fin. Sec.)

Ms B. Agah                             -    Dept. of Zoology, University of Uyo, Nigeria (Secretary)

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The Journal of Aquatic Sciences publishes articles on problems and issues in Aquatic Sciences from all parts of the world.
The journal accepts for publication manuscripts of very high international standard containing reports of original scientific research.
Acceptable topics include aquatic biology, aquatic resources management, aquatic ecotoxicology and pollution, fish physiology, nutrition, health, breeding, population dynamics, fish processing and preservation.

Categories of articles include the following:
Full research papers must not exceed 18 manuscript pages including Tables, Figures and Plates.
Short communications are result but highly significant research findings. Manuscript must not exceed 8 pages, must have an abstract, but may omit the usual headings of full research papers.
The Editorial Board will solicit invited papers. Only original, unpublished articles not under consideration for publication elsewhere should be submitted. Articles must be technically sound and written in English. The review of manuscript is extensive, meticulous and thorough. Manuscript should be prepared according to the Journal's standard and instructions.

PREPARATION OF MANUSCRIPTS
1. Organize manuscript for submission as follows:
Title page – title must be concise. Author's name and affiliation should be on this page.
Abstract - should be a brief summary (max.: 200 words) of the research findings.
Key words - at the abstract page, a maximum of 5. Introduction – lays out the problem addressed and current level of knowledge.
Materials and Methods – includes all crucial information to allow replication of the study
Results – gives concise summary of data in Tables and Figures (including Plates if applicable)
Discussion, Conclusion (if necessary), Acknowledgement (if any), References.
2. Manuscripts should be typewritten on one side of A4-sized paper (210 ´ 297 mm). Typing should be double-spaced with at least 3 cm margins. All scientific names should be underlined or italicized
3. S1 Units should be used. Use superscripts or subscripts instead of bar (/) for compound units (example: 56 g.m-2 instead of 56 g/m2, 70 t ha-1.year-1 instead of 70 t/ha/year).
4. Table - authors are requested to ensure that the typed tables should be made to get into quarto size paper. Titles to tables should be typed at the top of the table page. All tables must be numbered in Greek numerals and referred to sequentially in the text.
5. Figures - These must be submitted in triplicate (one original on translucent tracing paper or computer lazer printed). The size of the paper should not be more than the A4 size and margins should be at least 4 cm. Lettering should be in Indian ink or computer generated with lazer quality. Figure titles should be at the bottom of figures. All figures must be numbered using Greek numerals and referred to sequentially in the text. Plates - only black-and-white photographs would be accepted for publication. Photographs should be in glossy paper and should not exceed 20 cm x 25 cm. Plates should be properly labelled.
6. References - all publications cited in the text should be presented in a list of references following the manuscript.
Please use the following system for arranging references:- Journal/periodicals: Omoregie, E., Eseyin, T. G. and Ofojekwu, P. C. (1994). Chronic effects of formalin on erythrocyte counts and plasma glucose of the Nile tilapia, Oreochromis niloticus (L.). Asian Fisheries Science 7: 1 - 6. Text books: Anthony, A D. (1982). Taxonomy of Tropical Cichlids, First Edition. Jos University Press, Jos, Nigeria. 28 pp. Chapter in books: Mulcahy, M. F. (1975). Fish blood changes associated with disease. In: The Pathology of Fishes (Ed.: W. E. Ribelin and C. Migaki). University of Wisconsin, USA. 925 - 944

SUBMISSION OF MANUSCRIPTS
Submit at first instance three copies of manuscript. After the review process submit two copies including the reviewed copies. In addition, submit a computer file of the revised manuscript. The computer file should be in PC-DOS compatible format (using either WordPerfect® or Microsoft Word® processor).
All manuscripts should be addressed to:
Dr. E. Omoregie, Editor-in-Chief, Journal of Aquatic Sciences, Fisheries and Hydrobiology Research Unit, Department of Zoology, University of Jos, Nigeria. (E-mail: omoregie@unijos.edu.ng; omoregie_edosa@yahoo.com; omoregie@eudoramail.com)

PAGE CHARGE
A page charge of N1000.00 (US$50.00/£30.00) per printed page would be contributed by author(s) of all accepted manuscripts(s). The page charge maybe altered at any time without pre-information. Author(s) are entitled to only ten reprints of their article

Invalid data type in setData: Interested in submitting to this journal? We recommend that you review the About the Journal page for the journal's section policies, as well as the Author Guidelines. Authors need to register with the journal prior to submitting, or if already registered can simply log in and begin the 5 step process.Invalid data type in setData: Dept. of Animal and Environmental Biology, University of Uyo, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.Invalid data type in setData: Copyright for articles published in this journal is retained by the journal.Invalid data type in setData:

The Journal of Aquatic Sciences publishes articles on problems and issues in Aquatic Sciences from all parts of the world. The journal accepts for publication manuscripts of very high international standard containing reports of original scientific research. Acceptable topics include aquatic biology, aquatic resources management, aquatic ecotoxicology and pollution, fish physiology, nutrition, health, breeding, population dynamics, fish processing and preservation.

Other websites related to this journal: www.journalofaquaticsciences.com.ng

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Dr. Mmandu U. Effiong (Editor-in-Chief), Department of Animal and Environmental Biology, University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Email: mmanduueffiong@uniuyo.edu.ng; jas.aasn@gmail.com

Prof. A. O. Davies (Editor), Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Environment, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Email: daviesonome@yahoo.com

Prof. J. F. N. Abowei (Editor) Department of Biological Sciences, Niger Delta University, Bayelsa State, Nigeria

Prof. A. I. Hart (Editor), Department of Animal and Environmental Biology, University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

Prof. F. O. Arimoro (Editor), Department of Biological Sciences, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Niger State, Nigeria

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The effect of microbial phytase on phosphorus utilization by juvenile Clarias gariepinus was tested on two diets consisting of oil-extracted soyabean and full fat soyabean meal. Each of these diets was formulated to replace fish meal at 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100 % as basal controls (P0). Phytase was supplemented in another four groups of the diets at 250 FTU/g (P1), 500 FTU/g (P2), 750 FTU/g (P3) and 1000 FTU/g (P4), respectively. A total of 2132 fish (11.55±0.2g) were stocked in duplicate tanks (26 fish/tank) and fed the phytase diets at 3% body weight for 84 days. Result in trial 1 showed that whole body ash declined with increasing phytase compared to control (Tukey, P>0.05). Phytase supplementation increased serum phosphorus (250 FTU/g and 500 FTU/g). Total protein decreased with phytase (Tukey, P<0.05). Bone minerals declined significantly with phytase at all levels. In trial 2, there was no difference between phytase and control for serum parameters (Tukey, P>0.05). The highest ash and bone minerals were recorded for 250 FTU/g phytase (Tukey, P<0.05). In conclusion, the research showed 250 FTU/g improved phosphorus utilization in full fat soyabean, which may indicate higher phosphorus bioavailability compared to oil-extracted soyabean meal.

Keywords: Biochemistry, nutrition, plant protein, mineralization, Clarias gariepinus

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The effect of microbial phytase on phosphorus utilization by juvenile Clarias gariepinus was tested on two diets consisting of oil-extracted soyabean and full fat soyabean meal. Each of these diets was formulated to replace fish meal at 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100 % as basal controls (P0). Phytase was supplemented in another four groups of the diets at 250 FTU/g (P1), 500 FTU/g (P2), 750 FTU/g (P3) and 1000 FTU/g (P4), respectively. A total of 2132 fish (11.55±0.2g) were stocked in duplicate tanks (26 fish/tank) and fed the phytase diets at 3% body weight for 84 days. Result in trial 1 showed that whole body ash declined with increasing phytase compared to control (Tukey, P>0.05). Phytase supplementation increased serum phosphorus (250 FTU/g and 500 FTU/g). Total protein decreased with phytase (Tukey, P<0.05). Bone minerals declined significantly with phytase at all levels. In trial 2, there was no difference between phytase and control for serum parameters (Tukey, P>0.05). The highest ash and bone minerals were recorded for 250 FTU/g phytase (Tukey, P<0.05). In conclusion, the research showed 250 FTU/g improved phosphorus utilization in full fat soyabean, which may indicate higher phosphorus bioavailability compared to oil-extracted soyabean meal.

Keywords: Biochemistry, nutrition, plant protein, mineralization, Clarias gariepinus

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Serum biochemistry, body composition and bone mineralization of juvenile Clarias gariepinus fed phytase-supplemented soyabean diets


BU Akpoilih

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The effect of microbial phytase on phosphorus utilization by juvenile Clarias gariepinus was tested on two diets consisting of oil-extracted soyabean and full fat soyabean meal. Each of these diets was formulated to replace fish meal at 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100 % as basal controls (P0). Phytase was supplemented in another four groups of the diets at 250 FTU/g (P1), 500 FTU/g (P2), 750 FTU/g (P3) and 1000 FTU/g (P4), respectively. A total of 2132 fish (11.55±0.2g) were stocked in duplicate tanks (26 fish/tank) and fed the phytase diets at 3% body weight for 84 days. Result in trial 1 showed that whole body ash declined with increasing phytase compared to control (Tukey, P>0.05). Phytase supplementation increased serum phosphorus (250 FTU/g and 500 FTU/g). Total protein decreased with phytase (Tukey, P<0.05). Bone minerals declined significantly with phytase at all levels. In trial 2, there was no difference between phytase and control for serum parameters (Tukey, P>0.05). The highest ash and bone minerals were recorded for 250 FTU/g phytase (Tukey, P<0.05). In conclusion, the research showed 250 FTU/g improved phosphorus utilization in full fat soyabean, which may indicate higher phosphorus bioavailability compared to oil-extracted soyabean meal.

Keywords: Biochemistry, nutrition, plant protein, mineralization, Clarias gariepinus


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