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THE STURGEONS AND
PADDLEFISHES (Acipenseriformes) OF THE WORLD: Biology and Aquaculture
By Martin Hochleithner and Joern Gessner.
This is an english edition of the book "STÖRE".
Softbound, 207 pages.
Sturgeon aquaculture has been developing rapidly
over the last 10 years. With recent advancements, the requirements of the industry have
been changing and the techniques utilized have been changed and adapted rapidly too. Based
on the former Soviet experiences, a new technology has been developed and the background
of sturgeon biology has been enlightened in many respects.
This work is supposed to close the information gap between scientists and practitioners.
The appeal will be far reaching since biologists, field technicians, aquaculturists,
fisherman and fish enthusiasts, would all find a wealth of practical information for their
field of study.
The book has the style of a species synopsis coupled with everything anyone needs to know
concerning the reproduction and culture of sturgeons. It summarizes the current knowledge
on all sturgeon and paddlefish species worldwide into a practitioner-oriented working
guide, including the experience and research data of the authors for more than a decade.
The book is structured into four sections, comprising:
- An introduction, gross morphology, general ecology, systematics of sturgeons, and the
sturgeon hybrids.
- A detailed description of all known species worldwide including their description, their
distribution, their ecology, and their current status as well as a revisted key to the
species.
- An aquaculture section including the different methods of broodstock management,
handling, artifical propagation, incubation techniques, feeding and ongrowing strategies,
management of pond and intensive production.
- As well as an overview on fisheries techniques, stock management, processing of
sturgeons and their products.
It is concluded with several annexes, including sturgeon egg and larval development,
parasites and prey organisms as well as international names and synonyms for the species.
Content & Reviews
The BIBLIOGRAPHY of Acipenseriformes
By Martin Hochleithner, Joern Gessner and Sergej Podushka.
The most important and compensive bibliography about Acipenseriformes, wich includes
nearly all publications from around the world. Over 10000 references as original title are
listed alphabetically to authors and cross indexed to species and headings.
Available as E-book on CD-ROM (including Microsoft® Internet Explorer 5.5 and
Adobe® Acrobat Reader 5.0) and now also including the "CITES
Identification Guide" as PDF-file. On request the bibliography is also available
printed in folder (over 500 DIN-A4 pages).
This
collection of literature dealing with all species and various topics related to
Acipenseriformes is intended to serve as a ready reference for researchers, fisheries
managers, aquaculturists and conservationists who work with this ancient fish group.
Almost all sturgeon and paddlefish species are threatened or endangered. Information on
these fishes is still by no means complete in any field, whether related to sturgeon
aquaculture, biology or management. In many aspects sturgeon biology is very different
from that of other fishes, and sturgeon aquaculture is still at the beginning. Due to the
current rate of exploitation, the availability of information might prove crucial for the
survival of these species. This is an attempt to improve information concerning the work
carried out and to increase its availability.
CITES IDENTIFICATION GUIDE - Sturgeons and Paddlefish
By Paul Vecsei, Richard Charette, Martin Hochleithner, Ilya Trukshin, Tamara Maliepaard
and Yvan Lafleur.
Guide to the Identification of Sturgeon and Paddlefish Species Controlled under the
Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora.
Text in English, French, and Spanish. Ringbound, 180 pages (or as PDF-file, allready
included in the Bibliography on CD-ROM).
The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species
of Wild Fauna and Flora, commonly refered to as CITES, has controlled few forms of
wildlife trade with the history of illegal activities as the trade in caviar. The
involvement of organized crime in the caviar trade has been well documented and
enforcement personnel have been killed trying to combat sturgeon poaching. Sturgeon
species have existed since pre-history but many are now seriously threatened with
extinction. Future efforts to conserve sturgeons must take into account socio-economic
factors, water pollution, destruction of habitat and reduced access to traditional
spawning grounds. Implementation and enforcement of the Convention can, however, have a
major beneficial effect. That is why the CITES Secretariat believes this Guide will be of
substantial assistance to enforcement staff in their efforts to tackle illegal trade in
sturgeon and sturgeon products and is delighted to be associated with its well illustrated
publication.
Action
Plan for the Conservation of Sturgeons (Acipenseridae) in the Danube River Basin
By Jürg Bloesch, Tim Jones, Ralf Reinartz, Beate Striebel
(Editors).
Paperback, 121 pages.
Six species of sturgeons are native to the Danube River Basin. The
need for conservation action is urgent, given that recent observations in the Lower Danube
indicate that all sturgeon populations are near extinction. Due to the high commercial
value of sturgeon products, in particular caviar, the pressure from proaching and illegal
trade remains intense. These species will not survive unless fishing practices are greatly
addressed, and both migration routes and habitats for all life-cycle stages are protected.
Through national action and international co-ordination, this action plan aims to secure
viable populations of all Danube sturgeon species by sustainable management and
restoration of their natural habitats and migratory corridors.
Rescue
of Sturgeon Species in the Ural River Basin
By Victor Lagutov (Editor).
Hardcover, 333 pages.
This volume is devoted to the uniqueness, history and problems of
the Ural river basin, its sturgeons and perspectives of their conservation. The Ural
river, the third longest river in Europe, is a unique ecosystem. Unlike other large
European rivers the river has not been regulated and the natural hydrological regime is
still intact. Thanks to that it has the only remaining spawning habitats in the entire
Caspian basin for all sturgeon species. Nevertheless, this fact is not well known to the
broader scientific and environmental communities. The Ural river is also an interesting
place due to its rich history of sustainable use of aquatic resources in general and
sturgeons in particular. The traditional life style of the local communities, Ural
Cossacks, was focused on the preservation and rational use of sturgeon species. This
interesting experience of sustainable river-related management is not adequately reported
in literature. To secure further Ural sturgeon preservation the river basin ecosystem and
human activities in the region must be managed in an integrated sustainable manner. The
sturgeon species can be used as a natural indicator and an incentive for such
transboundary IWRM cooperation taking into account all three components of sustainable
development: economic, social and environmental.
Biology,
Conservation and Sustainable Development of Sturgeons
By Ramón Carmona, Alberto Domezain, Manuel García-Gallego, José Antonio Hernando,
Fernando Rodríguez, Manuel Ruiz-Rejón (Editors).
Hardcover, 467 pages.
Sturgeons are considered “living fossils”, sharing many
morphological and biological features with ancestral fish. Furthermore, sturgeons are of
the utmost interest from an economic perspective, not only for the caviar but for the
flesh. However, the wild populations of the majority of the species are at serious risk of
extinction all over the world. So, it is urgent to develop strategies for both farming
culture and conservation and recovery in natural habitats. This book provides a
comprehensive view of the biology and sustainable development of sturgeons putting
emphasis on the Southern Europe autochthonous species such as Acipenser nacarii and
Acipenser sturio that share geographical distribution. Other relevant species (such as
Huso huso, A. oxyrhinchus, A. ruthenus, A. stellatus) and areas (Germany, Russia, North
America) are also considered. The contents are organised in three sections: Taxonomy and
Biogeography (including the morphological and genetic analyses that clarify the taxonomy
and phylogeny of sturgeons), Biology and Aquaculture (where several aspects of the
developmental biology, feeding, and reproduction are considered in relation to the
improvement of sturgeon farming), and Recovery and Conservation (that collates and
analyses different recovery research actions, the ecology of the rivers for restoration as
well as the problems related to the trade of caviar).
STURGEONS
and PADDLEFISH of NORTH AMERICA
By Greg T.O. LeBreton, F. William H. Beamish, R. Scott McKinley
(Editors).
Hardcover, 323 pages.
Modern North American
sturgeons and paddlefish are the result of 100 million years of evolution. Once an
integral part of aboriginal culture, their numbers were decimated by overfishing and
habitat destruction during the past two centuries. This book details the extensive
science aimed at helping these remarkable species recover from the brink of extinction,
and describes the historical, biological, and ecological importance of North American
sturgeon and paddlefish. The text is enhanced by photographs and detailed line drawings.
This comprehensive volume will be an invaluable resource for researchers, educators, and
consultants, in academic and government settings, who work to further scientific
understanding of these fishes. No other single compilation has documented current
information in such detail.
Contents: Inga Saffron - Introduction: The
Decline of the North American Species; Tim E. Holzkamm and Leo G. Waisberg - Native
American Utilization of Sturgeon; Jennifer A. Wilson and R. Scott McKinley - Distribution,
Habitat, and Movements; Joseph J. Cech Jr. and Serge I. Doroshov - Environmental
Requirements, Preferences, and Tolerance Limits of North American Sturgeons; Michael J.
Miller - The Ecology and Functional Morphology of Feeding of North American Sturgeon and
Paddlefish; Paul Vecsei and Douglas Peterson - Sturgeon Ecomorphology: A Descriptive
Approach;
Jessica A. Bolker - Embryology; Stephan J. Peake - Swimming and Respiration; Thomas D.
Singer and James S. Ballantyne - Sturgeon and Paddlefish Metabolism; Greg T. O. LeBreton
and F. William H. Beamish - Growth, Bioenergetics and Age; Michael R. Robinson and Moira
M. Ferguson - Genetics of North American Acipenseriformes; Nancy J. Léonard, William W.
Taylor, and Christopher Goddard - Multijurisdictional Management of Lake Sturgeon in the
Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River; Nancy A. Auer - Conservation; Joel P. Van Eenennaam,
Frank A. Chapman, and Peter L. Jarvis - Aquaculture; Kevin G. Butterworth and Nancy J.
Léonard - Conclusion: Ensuring The Future of Sturgeon; Martin Hochleithner and Paul
Vecsei - Identification Key to Sturgeons and Paddlefish of North America;
NORTH AMERICAN
STURGEONS: Biology and Aquaculture Potential
By Frederick P. Binkowski and Sergei I. Doroshov (Editors).
Papers from a symposium on the biology and management of sturgeon.
Hardcover, 163 pages.
Sturgeons are an important group of commercial and recreational
fishes. These ancient fish evolved over 200 million years ago. Approx. 24 species have
survived to the present time and all are found in the northern hemisphere. In some regions
these fish are priced for their commercial value, including flesh and caviar through both
natural harvest and artificial culture. Fishery management projects were initiated on
several North American species, primarly for commercial and sport fishing. During this
time few attempts were made to advance the progress on developing the start-of-the-art for
the artificial propagation of sturgeons. There were specific problems with various species
relative to fish culture and fish management. Some of these problems have been
investigated and the research results are included in this book. The Symposium on the
Biology and Management of Sturgeon of North America was the first of its kind. It brought
together scientists from numerous states. They each told their story and concluded that
most populations of sturgeon in US and Canada have declined severely in the past 100 years
and less is known about their biology and management than was previously thought. This
national meeting set a registered attendance record of over 815 people. Undoubtedly the
sturgeon symposium contributed to the attraction of the overall programm. The selection of
papers in this book includes genetics, reproductive physiology, taxonomy, culture,
behavoir, development, and ecology and management of six species of sturgeon.
STURGEON
BIODIVERSITY AND CONSERVATION
By Vadim J. Birstein, John R. Waldman and William E. Bemis (Editors).
Selected, Reviewed and Revised Papers form the International Conference on
Sturgeon Biodiversity and Conservation.
Hardcover, 444 pages.
This volume presents a synthesis of basic
biological and conservation data for all species of sturgeons (Acipenseridae),
paddlefishes (Polyodontidae) and their fossil allies in the order Acipenseriformes. Since
the Jurassic, the four families of sturgeon-like fish have been restricted to the
Holarctic, where until very recently they flourished in most major river systems. Today,
however, virtually all species of sturgeons and paddlefishes face difficult conservation
issues. Papers in the first section of this volume examine paleontology, systematics,
evolution and basic biology of acipenseriformes. The second section of this volume details
current conservation status for most of the world's living species of Acipenseriformes.
The third section of the volume considers specific human impacts and responses to
conservation issues. The volume's summary reviews the status of all extant species and
notes future directions for research on behavior, ecology and population biology that
could lead to better co-ordinated international conservation efforts.
ANADROMOUS
STURGEONS: Habitats, Threats, and Management
By Jean Munro, Daniel Hatin, Joseph E. Hightower, Kim McKown, Kenneth J. Sulak,
Andrew W. Kahnle, and François Caron (Editors).
Proceedings of the Symposium "Anadromous Sturgeons - Status and Trends".
Hardcover, 415 pages.
Because of their threatened status, sturgeons have been the focus of
broad scientific interest. This book provides new information on freshwater, estuarine,
and marine habitats of anadromous sturgeons; examines threats to habitats and populations;
and reviews management and population trends in light of progress on recovery of U.S. This
proceedings of an American Fisheries Society Symposium has the following contents:
Synthesis and Summary; Part I. Habitats; Part II. Threats and Restoration; Part III.
Management and Population Trends.
PEOPLE
OF THE STURGEON: Wisconsin's Love Affair with an Ancient Fish
By Kathleen Schmitt Kline, Ronald M. Bruch, Frederick P. Binkowski.
Hardcover, 320 pages.
Lake sturgeon - ancient fish native to the Great Lakes region that
can grow to be more than six feet long - have teetered on the brink of extinction since
the late nineteenth century. But in Wisconsin, careful management for over 100 years has
allowed one population to thrive. "People of the Sturgeon" is a history of the
cultures surrounding lake sturgeon in Wisconsin’s Lake Winnebago region, told by a
fascinating collection of photos, artifacts, and a few good fish tales. From some of the
earliest inhabitants of Wisconsin, the Menominee Indian Tribe, to the spearers who flock
to frozen Lake Winnebago for the annual sturgeon spearing season, people have always been
drawn to this ancient fish. While overfishing, dams and pollution nearly wiped out other
populations of lake sturgeon, Winnebago sturgeon have survived and flourished because of
the dedicated efforts of state managers, university researchers, and a determined group of
spearers known as "Sturgeon for Tomorrow". This is the only population of
sturgeon in the world to have been nearly extirpated, then resurrected through a
community-wide effort of people who are now joined together as "People of the
Sturgeon".
GREAT WHITE
STURGEON ANGLING
By Bud Conner.
A valuable resource for anyone contemplating sturgeon fishing.
Paperback, 72 pages.
Sturgeon fishing is the ultimate type
of bait fishing in fresh water and probably the fastest growing river sport in North
America. The next bite might be a 36-incher or a 600-pound leviathan! This book tells you
how to get started and guarantee your success. It is written in
easy to understand, practical language with anchoring, tackle, rigging and baiting
illustrations. In this book, Bud Conner shares his vast knowledge
like: where to find fish, techniques, catch-and-release and more. The text includes
a thorough angler's overview of sturgeon angling. It uses not only standard instructions
on sturgeon fishing but throws in helpfull hints and even a few resipes for tasty dishes.
It can also be used by begginers and produce excelant results.
CAVIAR: The
Definitive Guide
By Susie Boeckmann and Natalie Rebeiz-Nielsen.
A sumptuously illustrated guide to all aspects of caviar.
Hardcover, 160 pages.
Caviar takes the reader on
an enticing gastronomic journey, as authorities Susie Boeckmann and Natalie Rebeiz-Nielsen
reveal how to distinguish between the different varieties, how to serve caviar for optimum
flavor and enjoyment, which drinks to offer alongside it, and more. Illustrated with
fascinating archive material and gorgeous full-color photography, this book offers a
complete range of enticing caviar recipes, from a simple boiled egg with caviar, to exotic
canapes, to sushi combinations, to the Russian essential, blini with sour cream and
caviar. It covers the history, production, presentation, and consumption of caviar. Plus,
this wonderful book offers quick, easy introductions to the four major caviar varieties -
Beluga, Osetra, Sevruga, and Golden Caviar. Susie Boeckmann an established authority on
caviar, has worked in the industry for more than a decade. Natalie Rebeiz-Nielsen is an
acknowledged caviar expert and Director of the internationally renowned Caviar House. She
has contributed her specialist knowledge of caviar to many newspapers and magazine
articles.
The World of
CAVIAR
By Frédéric Ramade.
A beautifully photographed volume of caviar.
Hardcover, 144 pages.
Caviar, the highly prized delicacy that is
emblematic of luxury and fine taste, is lusciouly explored in this colorful, beautifully
photographed volume. History, myth, and technology combine for a complete look at the
often secretive industry which has supplied royalty and the wealthy with this sought-after
treat for centuries. Within these pages we board fishing boats traveling from the Caspian
Sea to the limits of Siberia and to the Great Lakes in America, where the sturgeon are
charted and caught. This allows for a close-up view of fishing, production, and canning
methods. The various types and grades of caviar are identified and compared. We are
further treated to tantalizing caviar recipes to enjoy. This book pays homage to and
promotes the tiny eggs of sturgeon (and to a lesser degree the salmon) in a way that
befits their reputation and clearly showes why they are still the luxury item of choice.
The
World Market for Caviar and Fish Egg Substitutes: A Global Trade Perspective
By Philip M. Parker.
Paperback, 83 pages.
On the demand side, exporters and strategic planners approaching the
world market face a number of questions. Which countries are supplying caviar and fish egg
substitutes? What is the dollar value of these imports? How much do the imports of caviar
and fish egg substitutes vary from one country to another? Do exporters serving the world
market have similar market shares across the importing countries? Which countries supply
the most exports of caviar and fish egg substitutes? Which countries are buying their
exports? What is the value of these exports and which countries are the largest buyers? In
what follows, Chapter 2 begins by summarizing the regional markets for imported and
exported caviar and fish egg substitutes. The total level of imports and exports on a
worldwide basis, and those for each region, is based on a model which aggregates across
over 150 key country markets and projects these to the current year. From there, each
country represents a percent of the world market. This market is served from a number of
competitive countries of origin. Based on both demand- and supply-side dynamics, market
shares by country of origin are then calculated across each country market destination.
These shares lead to a volume of import and export values for each country and are
aggregated to regional and world totals. In doing so, we are able to obtain maximum
likelihood estimates of both the value of each market and the shares that countries are
likely to receive this year. From these figures, rankings are calculated to allow managers
to prioritize markets. In this way, all the figures provided in this report are forecasts
that can be combined with internal information for strategic planning purposes.
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