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Industry
PROJECT NUMBER • 2005-200
PROJECT STATUS:
COMPLETED

Aquafin CRC - SBT Aquaculture Subprogram: activity metabolism in live-held southern bluefin tuna (Thunnus maccoyii), Phase 2

Bluefin tuna have a variety of anatomical and physiological adaptations that enhance performance and make them distinctive among fish. This unique physiology means that many common aquacultural beliefs are not applicable to this fish. However, due to the logistical difficulties of...
ORGANISATION:
University of Adelaide
Environment
PROJECT NUMBER • 1981-040
PROJECT STATUS:
COMPLETED

The feeding ecology of European carp in Lake Alexandrina

Since the spread of common carp into South Australia in the early 1970's, they have remained abundant in the River Murray and the lower lakes. With the continued high catch rates, there has been concern as to the effects carp may have on the environment and on native fish. This impact will be...
ORGANISATION:
University of Adelaide
Industry
PROJECT NUMBER • 2019-156
PROJECT STATUS:
CURRENT

The use of dietary intervention with Ulva to improve survival associated with the incidence of summer mortality on farmed Abalone

A research priority identified by the Australian Abalone Growers’ Association (AAGA) in 2019, prior to the commencement of the project, was to improve the survival of commercially cultured abalone during periods of high summer water temperatures (> 22°C). This research aimed to address...
ORGANISATION:
University of Adelaide
People
PROJECT NUMBER • 2018-055
PROJECT STATUS:
CURRENT

Developing a positive cultural attitude towards the capture and release of sharks and rays

This report summarises the outcomes of the Workshop on; prioritisation of species, identification of best-practice capture and handling, design of post-release survival studies, and development of effective communication campaigns, for developing positive behavioural change in recreational fishing...
ORGANISATION:
University of Adelaide
SPECIES
Environment
PROJECT NUMBER • 1998-150
PROJECT STATUS:
COMPLETED

Development and assessment of methods to reduce the predation of pot-caught southern rock lobster (Jasus edwardsii) by maori octopus (Octopus maorum)

The SARLF is the State’s most valuable wild fishery with estimated export earnings of >$100 million in 2002. The fishery is a closed entry fishery with 250 licence-holders and is divided into the Northern and Southern Zones. Lobsters are caught in baited pots that are generally set...
ORGANISATION:
University of Adelaide
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