J. T. Ferreira, H. Schoonbee, G. Smit
Nov 15, 1984
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Journal
Aquaculture
Abstract
Abstract The potential of benzocaine-hydrochloride as an aid in the transport of fish was investigated. When used at a concentration of 25 mg/l the anaesthetic caused a reduction in the excretion of ammonia and carbon dioxide by the fish, while, as a result of the reduced activities of the fish, the pH and alkalinity values of the transport water remained fairly constant. When benzocaine-hydrochloride was not used, the activities of the fish produced a significant deterioration in water quality evidenced by the accumulation of ammonia and carbon dioxide.