Device And Method For Enhancing The Feeding Response Of Larval Fish

摘要

A device and method are provided for enhancing the feeding response of larval fish to feedstock. A food distribution mechanism is positionable above the tank housing the larval fish and is adapted for receiving the feedstock therein. The food distribution mechanism selectively deposits portions of the feedstock into the tank. A light source is positionable adjacent the tank and selectively directs a laser beam at the tank. A controller is operatively connected to the food distribution mechanism and the light source. The controller is configured to actuate the food distribution mechanism for a time period at selected intervals such that the food distribution mechanism deposits a portion of the feedstock into the tank during each time period. In addition, the controller is configured to actuate the light source for at least a portion of each time period.

主权项

1. A device for enhancing the feeding response of larval fish to feedstock, the larval fish receivable in a tank, comprising:
a food distribution mechanism positionable adjacent the tank and adapted for receiving the feedstock therein, the food distribution mechanism selectively depositing portions of the feedstock into the tank; a light source positionable adjacent the tank, the light source selectively directing a laser beam at the tank; and a controller operatively connected to the food distribution mechanism and the light source, the controller configured to:
actuate the food distribution mechanism for a time period at selected intervals such that the food distribution mechanism deposits a portion of the feedstock into the tank during each time period; andactuate the light source for at least a portion of each time period.