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A new genomic chip opens the door to breeding and conservation of main clam species in Europe
3+ hour, 23+ min ago (631+ words) A European consortium has developed a dual-species SNP array for the Manila clam (Ruditapes phillippinarum) and the grooved carpet shell clam (Ruditapes decussatus), a genomic tool that could support progress in breeding, conservation and traceability for two of the most…...
Spanish researchers breed striped venus clams in hatchery and warn of marine warming risks
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (323+ words) Researchers at the Instituto de Acuicultura Torre de la Sal (IATS-CSIC) in Spain have successfully completed the captive reproductive cycle of the striped venus clam (Clamelea gallina), a breakthrough that could support future restocking programmes in the Mediterranean. However, the…...
Neither genes nor epigenetics are enough to solve sole reproduction in captivity
4+ mon, 3+ week ago (614+ words) Just enter the search terms and press "Enter" Despite advances in nutrition, husbandry and environmental control, producers of solea (Solea senegalensis) continue to face a structural challenge: achieving reliable reproduction from fish born in captivity. The problem is particularly acute…...
European seabass slaughter: when physiology reveals what methods do not always guarantee
5+ mon, 1+ week ago (187+ words) Just enter the search terms and press "Enter" Fish slaughter is one of the most visible stages of aquaculture production, yet it is also one of the most sensitive from a technical, regulatory, and reputational point of view. In recent…...