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Evaluating Water Quality in White Shrimp Aquaculture: A Case Study in Round Ponds with Venturi Pump Systems During the Blind Feeding Phase

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: White shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) production has been steadily expanding. To enhance white shrimp aquaculture, innovative techniques like circular ponds and venturi pumps have gained attention due to their potential to increase productivity. A crucial stage in white shrimp cultivation is the blind feeding period. Water quality plays a pivotal role in the success of aquaculture systems, especially during this phase, yet there is a notable lack of comprehensive data on water quality dynamics in circular ponds employing venturi pump systems. This study delves into the intricate water quality dynamics during white shrimp cultivation in round pond systems with venturi pumps, with a specific focus on the blind feeding period. Our findings indicate that various parameters meet the required quality standards for successful shrimp cultivation, including water temperature, salinity, brightness, conductivity, nitrite, nitrate, orthophosphate, total ammonia nitrogen (TAN), sulfur hydrogen (sulfide), and total organic matter (TOM). Even when orthophosphate and nitrate levels exceed ideal thresholds, the shrimp exhibit robust growth, showcasing their adaptability to changing conditions. This research emphasizes the significant potential of circular pond systems with venturi pumps for white shrimp cultivation, contributing to the development of efficient and sustainable aquaculture practices and ultimately boosting productivity in the sector.

Source: Aquaculture Studies

DOI: 10.4194/aquast1743