Thesis (MAppSc) -- AUT University, 2009. / Includes bibliographical references. Also held in print (xv, 305 leaves : ill. ; 30 cm.) in City Campus Theses Collection (T 639.809932 WON)

Gooseneck barnacles (Pollicipes cornucopia) exceeding 4 cm in length are a favourite seafood in Spain. In 1978 the British Columbia seafood industry introduced the indigenous species Pollicipes polymerus into this potentially lucrative market. Due to the problems associated with this species its export was unsuccessful. Alternatively, to fill either the void left by Pollicipes pollymerus and/or future markets, the acquisition of seed and the subsequent suspended culture of the gooseneck barnacle, Lepas anatifera, were investigated. Lepas anatifera successfully colonized the cultch (oyster shells, wooden dowelling and rubber) that was deployed at two locations off the west coast of Vancouver Island. The success of the colonization of cultch and the information obtained from a previous survey suggested that the set occurs regularly between the middle of April and the end of May off the west coast of Vancouver Island. The suspended culture of Lepas anatifera indicated that growth may be site specific and that areas of a high phytoplankton/zooplankton ratio may be detrimental to growth and time to sexual maturation. At the densities studied, survival seems to be proportional to density. Capitulum growth and weight gain were significantly greater for Lepas anatifera protected from predation within lantern nets than for those grown exposed on lines of oyster shells and wooden doweling. The average total length (capitulum plus peduncle) exceeded 4cm within 17 to 23 weeks. / Land and Food Systems, Faculty of / Graduate

Bibliography: pages 95-109. / The bioenergetics and growth of white steenbras, Lithognathus lithognathus, under culture conditions were determined to assess its suitability for mariculture. Fish were captured by seine netting, from nearby estuaries and transported to the laboratory where they were successfully kept for the duration of the experimental period. The fish were initially fed on white mussels and then weaned onto a diet of commercial trout pellets. The bioenergetics of L.lithognathus was examined using a large, simple closed system respirometer in which nitrogen excretion and oxygen consumption were measured simultaneously. This system permitted the use of groups of fish for experiment which simulated aquaculture conditions. The effects of fish size, ration size and temperature on faecal and nonfaecal excretion, and on oxygen consumption of L.lithognathus were examined.

Thesis (M. Arch.)--University of Hong Kong, 1995. / Includes bibliographical references.

Thesis (M.S.)--Auburn University, 2008. / Abstract. Includes bibliographical references (p. 62-67).

Thesis (M. Sc.)--University of Hong Kong, 1994. / Includes bibliographical references (leaves 89-91).

Thesis (M.Arch.)--University of Hong Kong, 1995. / Leaves 8 & 11 missing. Includes bibliographical references. Also available in print.

Current coastal legislative and institutional reformulation has effectively established new principles for the promotion of sustainable, co-ordinated integrated coastal development to be achieved through facilitatory, co-operative management mechanisms. In accordance, collaborative expansion and diversification of mariculture has been identified as a strategic mechanism for realising sustainable coastal development. Present limited foundational understanding regarding the emergent commercial contingent’s economic-institutional structure has constrained the effectiveness of current centralised broad objective formulation based planning techniques. By drawing upon findings of the 2001 National Mariculture Baseline survey, key economic development and institutional components requiring dedicated attention for further realising industry’s inherent growth potential to supply domestic and growing global aquaculture markets are examined in an inductive explorative framework. Attention is also directed towards promoting realisation of collaborative mariculture development initiatives to redress dualistic development disparities in previously marginalised coastal localities. Finally, synthesis between traditional bureaucratic centralised co-ordinated planning and regionalised decentralised implementation orientated capacity building frameworks displaying a greater relevant stakeholder participatory ethos are examined.

Shrimp mariculture expansion in developing countries has been criticized for its ecological destruction and the resulting social conflicts. In Ecuador, shrimp pond development particularly affects rural, coastal communities. This study addresses the environmental and social effects of shrimp farming in two Ecuadorian villages, Muisne and Bunche. Interview and survey responses indicate that locals have an overall negative view of the industry. In some instances, such as increased class marginalization through reduced access to subsistence collection areas, shrimp farming directly results in conflict. However, the data also demonstrates that ponds are only one of various stressors on mangrove ecosystems. Furthermore, mariculture provides benefits to the community, including increasing employment opportunities, the local economy, and shrimp availability. In spite of these benefits, local negative perception suggests modifications to existing regulations and educational programs are necessary to minimize impacts and help the community understand the multiple factors affecting their ecosystem and livelihoods. / by Mary C. Crider. / Thesis (M.S.)--Florida Atlantic University, 2012. / Includes bibliography. / Electronic reproduction. Boca Raton, Fla., 2012. Mode of access: World Wide Web.

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