Length and weight changes in 0+ perch, Perca fluviatilis L., following fixation in formalin |
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| Authors: | J W Treasurer |
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| Institution: | Fish Health, Lochailort, Inverness-shire PH38 4YA, U.K. |
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| Abstract: | Significant shrinkage and increase in weight followed fixation of 0+ freshwater Perca fluviatilis in formalin. Conversion values to obtain live values should take account of formalin concentration, fish size and holding time of preserved fish prior to measurement. |
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| Keywords: | Perca fluviatilis formalin preservation juvenile |
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