New study: Krill astaxanthin oil enhances growth and survival of shrimp in post-larval stage

摘要

WHILE PREVIOUS STUDIES confirmed the stimulating effects of astaxanthin krill oil on Pacific whiteleg shrimp juveniles, little is known about its effect on shrimp in the post-larval stage. A new study from Instituto de Ciencias do Mar, Brazil (Labomar) and Aker BioMarine aimed to remedy this knowledge gap, analyzing how astaxanthin krill oil impacts the shrimp during this intermediary growth stage. The team of scientists concluded that astaxanthin krill oil can result in a significant advantage for the Pacific whiteleg shrimp in the post-larval stage. Through the use of growth-enhancing astaxanthin krill oil in the post-larval diet, the production cycle' can be shortened and mortality reduced, even under stressful conditions.