Overview
Differentiating between male and female sexually mature fish. Stating qualities of good breeders. Describing ways of stock handling.
What you'll learn
- Differentiate between male and female sexually matured fish using sex organs.
- Stripping them to know the stages of sex gametes (egg and milt).
- Qualities of good breeders:
- i. Hardyvactive
- ii. Have matured gametes
- iii. Fairly big size
- Brood Stock handling:
- i. Ensure transportation takes place in the morning or late in the evening
- ii. Allow a shorter period time (48 hours to one week) in a breeding compartment
- iii. Ensure careful handling of the breeders to avoid stress.