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Analyzing Daphnia and Black Soldier Fly Performance for Fish Protein

Victor Chelal, Leah Mumbi Mahianyu, Benjamin Musyimi Musingi, Dorcas Mutheu Musingi

Asian Journal of Biology · pp. 75–81 · Published 1 May 2024

10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i5408

Abstract

The effectiveness of Daphnia and Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae as substitute protein sources for fish diet is examined in this study. The quest for sustainable aquaculture methods has led to a rise in the need for substitute protein sources. Since they may be raised using organic waste materials and have a high protein content, daphnia and BSF larvae are seen as attractive possibilities. In this study, we assess the digestibility, nutritional makeup, and growth performance of fish fed diets including BSF larval protein and Daphnia. We also evaluate the environmental impact and economic viability of adding these substitute protein sources to fish diets. Our research provides important new information on the viability of using BSF larvae and Daphnia as protein sources to improve fish production sustainability and lessen dependency on conventional.

Daphnia Azolla black soldier fly larvae

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