Published in Scientific Papers. Series D. Animal Science, Vol. LXVIII, Issue 1
Written by George-Cătălin MUNTEAN, Călin LAȚIU, Daniel COCAN, Radu CONSTANTINESCU, Tudor PĂPUC, Raul-Lucian SAVIN, Anca BECZE, Iulia TOROK, Paul UIUIU, Aurelia COROIAN
Research of alternative sources of protein for aquaculture feeds is ongoing for many decades, due to the need to make the aquaculture sector more sustainable. This study explores the incorporation of slug (Arion vulgaris) meal as an alternative protein source in the diets of juvenile common carp (Cyprinus carpio) and examines its impact on body indices. Carp juveniles were reared in a controlled environment and fed using a feed containing slug meal as a protein source. The performances were analysed in relation to a control feed that used standard fish meal as an animal protein source. Body indices are analysed in this research such as Fulton condition factor (K), profile index and meatiness indices. The results presented in this article show the potential of slug meal to substitute fish meal in aquaculture feeds. Along with the rising need for sustainable aquaculture practices, investigating unconventional protein sources is crucial for improving fish growth and health while decreasing dependence on traditional fish meal.
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