Ecdysterone is a hormone that regulates the growth,development and molting of aquatic animals,and plays an important role in improving the yield and quality of aquaculture.In this paper,the application of ecdysterone in aquaculture was studied,including its physiological and nutritional effects,application scenarios and effects on cultured animals.
1、Introduction
Aquaculture is one of the most important agricultural sectors in the world and plays an important role in providing protein and nutrients for human needs.However,the aquaculture industry also faces many challenges,such as slow growth,frequent disease,and inefficient farming.Therefore,looking for effective growth promoters and disease control measures is an important research direction in aquaculture industry.Ecdysterone is a naturally occurring steroid that has been widely used in aquaculture and plays an important role in promoting the growth,development and molting of aquatic animals.This paper will study the application of ecdysterone in aquaculture.
2、physiological effects
Ecdysterone is a hormone that regulates growth and promotes molting by binding to receptors in animals and regulating gene expression,thereby affecting cell proliferation and metabolism.In aquatic animals,ecdysterone is mainly responsible for regulating the physiological processes such as molting,growth and metamorphosis of crustaceans.The secretion level of ecdysterone is affected by many factors,such as environmental factors,nutritional intake and endocrine status.
3、the nutritional effect
Ecdysterone,as a raw material in aquaculture,has been widely used to promote the growth and development of aquatic animals.Its nutritional effect is mainly manifested in the following aspects:
Growth promotion:Ecdysterone can promote the growth of farmed animals,increasing their weight gain rate and feed conversion rate.This is mainly due to its role in promoting protein synthesis and metabolism.
Promote molting:Molting hormone can promote the molting process of farmed animals,lift molting obstacles,and remove harmful parasites.This helps to improve the growth and development of farmed animals and increase their resistance to disease.
Enhance immunity:Ecdysterone can enhance the immunity of farmed animals,improve their resistance to disease,and reduce morbidity and mortality.
Improve the ability to adapt to the environment:Ecdysterone can improve the ability of farmed animals to adapt to the environment,so that their growth and development under adverse environmental conditions are improved.
4、Application scenarios
Ecdysterone has been widely used in aquaculture of various aquatic animals,such as shrimp,crab,fish,turtle and so on.By adding molting hormone to feed,it can promote the growth,development and molting of cultured animals,and improve the breeding efficiency.In practical application,the dosage and usage of ecdysterone should be appropriately adjusted according to different breeding varieties and environmental conditions.
5、Impact on farmed animals
Rational use of ecdysterone has a positive promoting effect on cultured animals.However,excessive or improper use can also have a negative impact on farmed animals.Therefore,when using ecdysterone,the following points should be noted:
Dosage:The dosage of ecdysterone should be reasonably adjusted according to different cultured varieties and growth and development stages.Excessive use can cause abnormal reactions and health problems in farmed animals.
Use period:The use period of ecdysterone should strictly follow the relevant regulations to avoid long-term use and negative effects on farmed animals.
Note:When using ecdysterone,you should pay attention to the impact of weather,water quality and other factors to ensure the safety and health of farmed animals.
6、Conclusion
Ecdysterone has a wide range of applications in aquaculture and plays an important role in promoting the growth,development and molting of aquatic animals.In practical application,the dosage and usage of ecdysterone should be appropriately adjusted according to different breeding varieties and environmental conditions.At the same time,attention should be paid to its possible negative impact on farmed animals to ensure safe use.In the future,the mechanism of ecdysterone and its effects on different aquatic animals should be further studied to provide more scientific support for the sustainable development of aquaculture industry.
Note:The potential benefits and applications presented in this article are derived from the published literature.
Post time: Sep-08-2023