Biology and Population Dynamics of Sergestid Shrimps

This book is the outcome of four years Ph.D. research on sergestid shrimps Acetes spp. in the coastal waters of Malacca, Peninsular Malaysia. Acetes fishing is considered important in Malaysian fisheries as it has been exploited for consumption and supplement to animal feed-making industry. Most of the previous works on similar topic in the area are directed towards taxonomic identification of the species, resulting in lack of basic biological information, especially on the population dynamics and stock assessment. For management purposes, it is important to understand the important population parameters of this Acetes shrimp. This book provides information on reproduction, feeding habits and population dynamics of Acetes spp. found in the Malacca Strait, Peninsular Malaysia. It is aimed as a technical reference for students, researchers, professionals and managers of the fisheries resource management.