Working with Decapod Crustaceans in Research Settings

Describes basic decapod groups and their diversity and husbandry needs, an overview of decapod research themes, the concept of sentience and why decapods may perceive unpleasant experiences, and existing regulations that support decapod welfare and sustainability.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21657 (English)
Author(s): Adam Powell, BSc, MRes, PhD, NACWO - University of Stirling

Discusses the common biological characteristics of decapod crustaceans; the main decapod groups; and the differences in basic biology, life history, and habitats between decapod groups.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21658 (English)
Author(s): Adam Powell, BSc, MRes, PhD, NACWO - University of Stirling

Covers the impact of stressful events on homeostasis and welfare; the definitions and relationships between stressors, stress, stress responses, and stress outcomes; the variety of stressors that can occur during decapod sourcing, general maintenance, and research procedures; and examples of normal and abnormal decapod behavior and reflex actions.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21659 (English)
Author(s): Adam Powell, BSc, MRes, PhD, NACWO - University of Stirling

Addresses the general considerations required when organizing decapod procurement; how decapods can be sourced and procured; how stress may be mitigated during sourcing and procurement; how to satisfactorily maintain decapods in aquaria; the concept of environmental enrichment; and typical husbandry, scientific, and sampling procedures associated with decapods.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21660 (English)
Author(s): Adam Powell, BSc, MRes, PhD, NACWO - University of Stirling

Explains various approaches to reduce infection risks and prevent disease, how to inspect and examine decapods, and decapod health issues.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21661 (English)
Author(s): Adam Powell, BSc, MRes, PhD, NACWO - University of Stirling

Describes the purpose of ethical killing and appropriate methods to stun and kill decapods, the purpose and methods of inducing anesthesia in decapods, and the observations to confirm death and appropriately manage cadavers.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21662 (English)
Author(s): Adam Powell, BSc, MRes, PhD, NACWO - University of Stirling

Discusses the potential risks when directly handling decapods, the potential working environments encountered in decapod research settings, and preventative measures to reduce the risk of injury when working with decapods.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21663 (English)
Author(s): Adam Powell, BSc, MRes, PhD, NACWO - University of Stirling