Abstract: Algal detritus particles are prepared by contacting algae with marine bacteria capable of attaching to and decomposing the algae under conditions sufficient to induce decomposition of the structural components of the algal tissue, thereby forming detritus suitable for use as a primary feed for marine organisms. Marine bacteria which belong to the genus Alteromonas can be used. Algal detritus made according to the invention is useful as a primary feed for larvae of fry (young fish), crustaceans or mollusks.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
March 7, 1996
Date of Patent:
September 1, 1998
Assignee:
Director-General of National Research Institute of Fisheries Science