Induced deformities on larvae of the Atlantic halibut (Hippoglossus hippoglossus L.). A new experimental approach.
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Introduction: The atlantic halibut is viewed as a promising species for cold
water aquaculture, and have been subjected to extensive
research efforts both in Norway and in U.K. the later years.
As the biology, and especially the ontogeny of the halibut was
little studied, a strategy of simultaneous basic and applied
research have been chosen. It is known that several factors
have effects on the developing fish larvae (Rosenthal and
Alderdice 1976). We have the impression that answers to many
of the basic problems concerning larval development have been
sought in experimental units not suited to give these answers.
We strongly felt the need to develop an experimental design
were hypothesis could be tested.