• A comparative analysis on diel vertical migration of zooplankton in littoral and limnetic zones of a reservoir in Sri Lanka. 

  Jayawardhane, S.S.; Jayasinghe, U.A.D.; Wijewardene, L.N. (Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2024-11-08)

  Diel Vertical Migration (DVM) is a behavior displayed by many zooplankton in freshwater and marine habitats to avoid the visual predation risk. Usually, they perform a behavior pattern of ascending to the upper pelagic ...
• Evaluation of acute toxicity of textile dye (reactive red 123) on Chlorella vulgaris and Spirulina platensis. 

  Thinujan, M.; Maithreepala, R.A.; Asanthi, H.B.; Atapaththu, K.S.S. (Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2024-11-08)

  Microalgae are an ecologically important group of organisms in the aquatic environment due to their major role as primary producers. They are highly vulnerable to an array of stresses including different types of manmade ...
• Determination of the maximum permissible level of tannin in wastewater released to surface waters. 

  Luxshayan, P.; Maithreepala, R.A.; Sanjaya, H.L.K. (Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2024-11-08)

  Tannins are found in many field herbs and legumes. They are astringent and bitter plant polyphenols that bind, precipitate or shrink proteins and certain other organic compounds. Tannin is released to the environment by ...
• Present status of beach seine fishery in southern coast of Sri Lanka. 

  Imasha, K.I.C.; Deepananda, K.H.M.A.; Bandara, E.G.K.Y.C. (Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2024-11-08)

  Beach seine fishery is one of Sri Lanka's oldest fishing methods. The study aims to assess the status of beach seine harbors and fisheries activities, direct and indirect involvement of people, target species, management ...
• Present status of frigate tuna (Auxis thazard) fishery in Dodanduwa, Sri Lanka. 

  Ekanayaka, E.M.T.C.; Sanuja, R.G.; Deepananda, K.H.M.A. (Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2024-11-08)

  Small-scale fishery plays a key role in annual fish production in Sri Lanka. Ring net fishery in Dodanduwa area mainly targets the large school of frigate tuna (Auxis thazard). The present study includes (a) studying the ...
• Evaluating the efficacy of Tephrosia vogelii (Fish Poison bean) leaf powder as an anesthesia on Oreochromis niloticus (Nile tilapia) 

  Pushpakanthan, A.; Herath, S.S.; Sanuja, R.G. (Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2024-11-08)

  Anesthetic agents play a crucial role in aquaculture by mitigating stress and minimizing injuries among cultured fish, thereby maintaining their overall health. The efficacy of Tephrosia vogelii leaf powder as a potential ...
• Fecundity and egg size variation in Nile Tilapia Oreochromis niloticus (Linnaeus, 1757) collected from Uyan Wewa and Nilwala Athuru Ela in Sri Lanka. 

  Archchaka, R.; Herath, S.S.; Sanuja, R.G. (Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2024-11-08)

  The inland fisheries sector in Sri Lanka was developed through the introduction of exotic tilapia, particularly Nile tilapia. This study was aimed to determine the relative and absolute fecundity and compare the egg size ...
• Socio-economic aspects of bivalve collectors and consumers in Kalpitiya Lagoon of Sri Lanka. 

  Balasinghe, B.H.M.; Wijesinghe, R.D.N.; Iroshanie, R.G.A.; Radampola, K. (Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2024-11-08)

  Bivalves are highly nutritious food commodities which are abundant in Kalpitiya lagoon, Sri Lanka. The present study aimed to collect information on the socio-economic aspects, attitudes, and perceptions of both bivalve ...
• Reproductive periodicity of the sea urchin Tripneustes gratilla (Linnaeus, 1758) in Ahangama rocky reef, Sri Lanka. 

  Kulasekara, W.G.S.N.; Thilakarathna, R.M.G.N.; De Croos, M.D.S.T. (Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2024-11-08)

  Sea urchins are ecologically, and economically important species distributed in many shallow marine benthic habitats. Among edible sea urchins, Tripneustes gratilla is abundant and crucial for controlling macroalgae on Sri ...
• Assessing the current status of parrotfish (Family: Scaridae) fishery in southern Sri Lanka: a candidate to be protected. 

  Mallawaarachchi, M.K.B.M.M.; Radampola, K.; Kumara, P. B.T.P. (Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2024-11-08)

  Parrotfish are one of the important groups that maintain ecological stability in the coral reef ecosystem which is mainly impacted by reef fisheries. However, information on parrotfish abundance and availability in the ...
• Comparison of the impact of storage strategies on the postharvest quality of giant freshwater prawns through a sensory evaluation. 

  Kuragodage, A.U.; Deepananda, K.H.M.A.; Jayasinghe, U.A.D.; Jones, C. (Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2024-11-08)

  Product quality and shelf life of giant freshwater prawns (GFP) can be influenced by different factors including handling and storing techniques. It determines consumer acceptability and satisfaction, and sensory evaluation ...
• Effect of binder materials on physicochemical characteristics and sensory properties of Catla sausage. 

  Mendis, A.T.A.; Wijesinghe, R.D.N.; Radampola, K. (Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2024-11-08)

  Catla catla is a freshwater fish, which is often considered as a low-valued food fish in Sri Lanka. Value added products such as fish sausages can be developed to enhance the marketability of lower valued food fish. During ...
• Effectiveness of Bruguiera gymnorhiza and Avicennia marina leaf extracts on the control of common fungi in fish feed. 

  Kumari, P.L.A.C.; Manel, Kumari W.G.S.; Yapa, Y.M.A.L.W; Herath, S.S. (Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2024-11-08)

  Deterioration of fish feed by microorganisms is a major issue in fed-aquaculture. Antifungal properties of mangrove plants have potential to control feed deterioration in aquafeed. Thus, this study was aimed to identify ...
• Assessment of variations of egg size and fecundity of female Nile Tilapia Oreochromis niloticus (Linnaeus, 1757) reared under controlled and wild conditions. 

  Sachini, Nimesha S.A.; Bandara, E.G.K.Y.C.; Herath, S.S. (Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2024-11-08)

  Fecundity estimation is the main approach used in fisheries management to predict the reproductive potential of a fish population. Studies related to this aspect of Nile Tilapia, Oreochromis niloticus are lacking in Sri ...
• Determination of the optimum level of a commercial probiotic on growth performance, feed utilization efficiency, and immunity of GIFT Tilapia, Oreochromis niloticus. 

  Herath, H.M.H.L.; Bandara, A.M.K.A.; Rathnapala, J.M.S.N. (Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka ., 2024-11-08)

  Traditional strategies to combat bacterial and viral pathogens, such as high doses of antibiotics have raised concerns about the development of antibiotic-resistant strains in aquaculture industry. Consequently, supplementing ...
• Socio-economic status of the freshwater ornamental fish farming in Matara district of Sri Lanka. 

  Jayasingha, J.M.K.G.B.; Sanuja, R.G.; Rathnapala, J.M.S.N. (Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka ., 2024-11-08)

  Sri Lankan ornamental fish sector has expanded with the increasing number of aquarium owners, growers, breeders, and exporters which has had a favorable impact on the development of the local and export market. The present ...
• Antibacterial activity of two selected seaweeds (Sargassum ilicifolium and Caulerpa racemosa) against foodborne pathogenic bacteria. 

  Liyanage, L.C.D.; Bandara, E.G.K.Y.C.; Rathnapala, J.M.S.N. (Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka ., 2024-11-08)

  Emergence of antibiotic resistance in bacterial pathogen is one of the biggest global threats to public health in the 21st century. Thus, seeking natural ingredients having the antibacterial activity to treat bacterial ...
• Extraction and quantification of edible alginates from selected brown algae species in Ahangama and Beruwala rocky intertidal reefs, Sri Lanka. 

  Kodikara, S.S.M.; Thilakarathna, R.M.G.N.; Yapa, Y.M.A.L.W. (Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2024-11-08)

  Seaweeds are comprised with large concentrations of polysaccharides and bioactive compounds. Sodium Alginate (SA) extracted from brown algae is a biodegradable, non-toxic polymer and it is the most adaptable polysaccharide ...
• Determination of heavy metals in Oreochromis niloticus from Sooriyawewa reservoir, Sri Lanka. 

  Liyanage, S.W..; Wijesinghe, R.D.N.; Sanjaya, H.L.K. (Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2024-11-08)

  Fish are ideal bioindicators for monitoring aquatic ecosystems due to their sensitivity to environmental changes and ability to accumulate substances like heavy metals. This study analyzed the heavy metal levels in Oreochromis ...
• Macroinvertebrates as ecological indicators in Rekawa lagoon, Sri Lanka. 

  Sudusinghe, K.D.; Wijewardene, L.N.; Asanthi, H.B. (Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2024-11-08)

  Macroinvertebrates are essential biological elements for maintaining the function and integrity of ecosystems and also for assessing and monitoring the ecological state of a particular ecosystem. In this study, the ecological ...

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