The profile of fatty acids in the gametes of brook trout<i> (Salvelinus</i><i> fontinalis)</i> ofduring the spawning period under culture conditions
REVISTA CIENTIFICA-FACULTAD DE CIENCIAS VETERINARIAS, vol.35, no.2, 2025 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)
- Publication Type: Article / Article
- Volume: 35 Issue: 2
- Publication Date: 2025
- Doi Number: 10.52973/rcfcv-e3556552973/rcfcv-e35488
- Journal Name: REVISTA CIENTIFICA-FACULTAD DE CIENCIAS VETERINARIAS
- Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus, Directory of Open Access Journals
- Karadeniz Technical University Affiliated: Yes
Abstract
The fertilization and subsequently embryo and larvae development are linked to gamete quality and FA (fatty acid) content is one of the specific factors affecting egg or sperm quality. Hence, FA profile of gametes (egg and sperm) was documented in brook trout (Salvelinus fontinalis) under cultivation. FAs were detected and measured using gas chromatography. These results indicated that a total of 26 and 22 FAs were determined in egg and sperm, respectively. The levels of PUFAs were determined in nearly identical quantities in both egg (47.57%) and sperm (47.53%). DHA (Docosahexaenoic acid), LA (Linoleic acid), EPA (Eicosapentaenoic acid) and ARA (Arachidonic acid) were predominant PUFAs for egg and sperm. Interestingly, vaccenic acid (C18:1 n-11) (24.07%) was major FAs in egg. In conclusion, the analysis of fatty acids in broodstock gametes contributes valuable insights into the dietary requirements necessary for effective aquaculture breeding programs.