METHODS FOR SEDATING AND ANAESTHETISING AQUATIC ORGANISMS

摘要

This invention relates to methods of sedating and/or anaesthetising aquatic organisms through contacting the organisms with a sedative or anaesthetic solution. This solution includes as active agent eugenol, isoeugenol or mixtures thereof, with the concentration of the active agent being up to 12.5 mg l<-1>. Active compositions for use in the methods are also provided.