Influence of Astaxanthin and β-carotene on Kissing Gourami (Helostoma temminckii) Colouring

This study evaluated the role of carotenoids in regulate the skin color of Kissing Gourami (Helostoma temminckii). 40 fishes were randomly selected into 2 groups (20 each group). Control group was fed with standard flake feed. Astaxanthin (12mg/kg) and β-carotene (157 mg/kg) were added to the standa...

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Main Authors: Ján Kopecký, Martin Král, Jozef Čurlej, Ľubica Mrázová
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Agroprint Timisoara 2012-10-01
Series:Scientific Papers Animal Science and Biotechnologies
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Online Access:http://spasb.ro/index.php/spasb/article/view/319