Nutrition and Physiology of Fish and Shellfish

Download or read book Nutrition and Physiology of Fish and Shellfish written by Vikas Kumar and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2023-02-15 with total page 620 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Principles of Nutrition and Metabolism in Fish and Crustaceans is a solid reference of the most recent advances and fundamental subjects in nutrient metabolism, intestinal transport, and physiology of taste in fish. It covers the known nutrient requirements and deficiency effects for different fishes, and digestion and metabolism of nutrients and energy. It discusses nutrient sources and preparation of practical and research feeds as well as provides directions for conducting fish nutrition and feeding experiments. This book addresses current topics of interest to researchers and nutritionists in aquaculture research, the feed and allied industry. It is written by an international group of experts and contains fresh approaches of both classical and modern concepts of animal nutrition will be emphasized throughout the book useful to readers in various biological disciplines to integrate biochemistry and physiology with nutrition, health, and disease in fish and crustaceans. All chapters will clearly provide the essential literature related to the principles of fish nutrition and physiology useful for academic researchers with great interest to those working professionally in the aquaculture industries, graduate level students and researchers. This book can be an excellent reference for professionals and a comprehensive textbook for senior undergraduate and graduate students in aquaculture, fish nutrition and physiology, animal science, biochemistry, biology, food science and nutrition. Presents the most recent advances in the field over the last decade Includes all nutritionally balanced, environmentally sound and cost-effective feed for finfish and crustaceans Provides comprehensive coverage related to nutrition and metabolism of finfish and crustaceans: From fundamental nutritional concepts, to digestive physiology and nutrient requirements