Bighead Carp (Hypophthalmichthys nobilis): a Biological Synopsis.

Abstract

The bighead carp (Hypophthalmichthys nobilis) is recognized throughout the world, primarily because of its versatility in aquaculture operations. It is endemic to eastern China, and has been introduced worldwide as an important food fish. It also has been used in combination with other species of phytophagous fish to improve water quality and increase fish production, both in culture facilities and natural systems. This summary of the available published literature on the biology and utility of this species follows the Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations (FAO) species synopsis format (Rosa 1965).

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1988
Accession Number
ADA322554

Entities

People

  • Dawn P. Jennings

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Ground and Sea Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Cells
  • Eutrophication
  • Fish
  • Fisheries
  • Habitats
  • Medical Personnel
  • Wildlife

Fields of Study

  • Agricultural and Food sciences
  • Environmental science

Readers

  • Aquatic Ecology
  • Systems Analysis and Design