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Çelik İ., Çelik P.
Marine and Life Sciences, cilt.6, sa.1, ss.22-27, 2024 (Hakemli Dergi)
Özet
This study presents a comprehensive morphological examination of the larval development stages and growth rates of Cyprinion macrostomus. C. macrostomus broodstock have been collected from their natural habitats in Kangal, Sivas, Türkiye, and taken into cultivation under laboratory conditions. The research meticulously observed the early developmental stages, feeding behaviors, and growth rates of the larvae. Findings indicate significant morphological changes during the transformation of larvae into juvenile fish, with morphological metamorphosis completed by day 25. The average length of the larvae reached 14.78 mm by the end of day 25. This study provides fundamental information for the cultivation and conservation of C. macrostomus, identifying necessary conditions for optimizing larval growth and development processes. Moreover, this research contributes to the development of strategies for the sustainable management and conservation of C. macrostomus, offering a foundation for future studies to build upon for the species’ conservation and successful aquaculture cultivation.