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Tips for Selecting Broodstock for Artificial Breeding in Crayfish Farming

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Crayfish take 9-12 months to reach sexual maturity. The time for selecting broodstock is generally September-October of the previous year or March-April of the current year, and the source should be directly from ponds where crayfish are farmed...

Crayfish take 9-12 months to reach sexual maturity. The time for selecting broodstock is generally September-October of the previous year or March-April of the current year, and the source should be direct capture from ponds where crayfish are farmed or from natural waters. The time broodstock are out of water should generally not exceed 2 hours.

The female-to-male ratio varies depending on the breeding method, and is generally 2-3:1.

Individuals should be large, with both male and female body weights of 30-50 g, and it is best if the males are larger than the females.

Both female and male broodstock are required to have complete appendages, no injuries, a strong physique, and strong activity.

The color is dark red or blackish red, glossy, with a smooth body surface free of attachments.

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