Development of broodstock for small-scale shrimp hatchery (with particular reference to Penaeus monodon)

Abstract

To be self-sufficient in spawner/larval supply, a small-scale Penaeus monodon hatchery should have the following: 1) broodstock tanks or pens depending on location and other factors; 2) pond sources of broodstock of appropriate size and age; and 3) maturation by ablation (optional for P. indicus and P. merguensis).