Understanding and controlling reproductive cycles and gonad maturation in cultivated species are crucial in aquaculture. The sea urchin Paracentrotus lividus, known for its edible gonads, requires careful maturation control for both reproduction and commercialization. This study explores the impact of temperature, photoperiod, and diet on gonad development to enhance year-round aquaculture practices. Using two ...
The sea urchin is a marine resource with increasing demand and commercial value, mainly in the international markets. The interest for this species comes mainly from their gonads (roe) reaching very high prices due to its value as a product of gourmet cuisine. Due to the growing demand and consequent capture a decrease of the natural stocks has been observed. The sustainable consumption of this resource require...