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Analysis Study Research Paper | Environmental Biology | India | Volume 12 Issue 3, March 2023
Zooplankton (Cyprinotus nudus) Biochemical Composition: Insights into Aquatic Ecosystem Functioning
S. D. Ovhal | Vaidya V. V. [3]
Abstract: Zooplanktons are important components of aquatic ecosystems, providing a vital link between primary producers and higher trophic levels. Their biochemical composition plays a crucial role in regulating nutrient cycling, energy transfer, and carbon flux in aquatic food webs. The biochemical composition of zooplankton varies widely depending on species, life stage, and environmental conditions. In present study total lipid was found maximum (44.62 %), the average protein value was found 20.60 % and total glycogen was found 4.2 % in Cyprinotus nudus. The lipid content of zooplankton is highly variable, ranging from less than 5% to more than 60% of dry weight. This variability is due to differences in feeding habits, metabolic rates, and environmental conditions. In general, carnivorous zooplanktons have higher lipid content than herbivorous species. The protein content of zooplankton is also variable, ranging from 10% to over 50% of dry weight. The protein content is influenced by a variety of factors, including the age and size of the zooplankton, as well as the availability and quality of their food. Glycogen content is generally lower than protein and lipid content, ranging from less than 5% to around 20% of dry weight. In summary, the biochemical composition of zooplankton is highly variable and plays a crucial role in aquatic ecosystem functioning. Understanding the factors that influence zooplankton biochemical composition is essential for predicting and managing the effects of environmental change on aquatic ecosystems. It is concluded that the experimental species of zooplankton are boon for fishery.
Keywords: Freshwater, zooplankton, carbohydrates, protein and lipids
Edition: Volume 12 Issue 3, March 2023,
Pages: 1127 - 1129