An exposition on field identification of Clariid catfishes as an important tool in fish breeding and genetics

This paper conducts an exposition on the field identification of Clariid catfishes Heterobranchus, Clarias and their hybrid as an important tool in fish breeding and genetics. The paper explained the classification and aquacultural importance of Clariid catfishes. Parameters necessary for fish identification were highlighted. The identification of Heterobranchus, Clarias, their hybrid and sexual differences were also identified. The paper is of the position that the identification of Heterobranchus, Clarias and their hybrid is important in their genetic conservation and in achieving success in breeding and genetic studies

Bibliographic Details

Main Authors:	Yisa, M., Olufeagba, S.O.
Format:	conference_item biblioteca
Language:	English
Published:	2005
Subjects:	Aquaculture, Biology, Nigeria, breeding, fish, fish culture, identification keys, Clarias anguillaris, Clarias gariepinus, Clarias lazera, Clarias mossambicus, Heterobranchus bidorsalis, Heterobranchus longifilis,
Online Access:	http://hdl.handle.net/1834/21680
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