Effect Of Beta Carotene On Growth And Color Of Pterophyllum Scalare

The ornamental fish sector is getting more attention as sector growth is a considerable and increased contribution towards earnings. Demand in the sector mainly depends on color and variety of fish. Carotenoids known to increase the intensity of color in fish hence carotenoids play a key role in attaining the attractive color in fish. The book on Effect of Beta Carotene on growth and color of Angel fish Pterophyllum Scalare is a comprehensive research work with the aim of using synthetic carotene as color and growth enhancer. The book describes the detailed approach and the concept behind it. This book will be a perfect guide for budding and young investigators and enthusiast aquarium keepers.

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A post graduate in Fisheries sciences and Applied ecology. During my academics I involved more on fishery research including fish genetics and aquatic ecology currently, working as Asst Professor in Inland Fisheries Unit, UAS, Bangalore, India where more emphasis is given for ornamental fish breeding & rearing to benefit rural communities at large.