Aquarium keeping is a widespread activity practiced globally, both at an amateur level and professionally in research centers and public aquariums. In addition to its aesthetic and recreational value, this practice also has an important scientific and conservation role, contributing to the protection of aquatic biodiversity. Ornamental fish belong to a wide range of species originating from extremely diverse habitats, ranging from the tropical rivers of the Amazon to oceanic coral reefs. However, like all living beings, these fish can also be affected by various diseases which, if not treated properly, may compromise their well-being and, in the most severe cases, lead to death. Diseases of ornamental fish may have infectious or non-infectious causes. The former include bacterial, viral, parasitic, and fungal infections, while the latter are often linked to environmental factors such as water quality, stress, nutrition, and compatibility between different species. Early identification of symptoms and the timely application of pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments are crucial aspects in ensuring fish health and maintaining a balanced aquatic environment. Moreover, the rational use of medications is essential to prevent bacterial resistance, an increasingly widespread issue in both professional aquaculture and home aquarium keeping. The aim of this thesis is to identify the most common diseases of ornamental fish, understand their etiology, and outline the therapies currently available and applicable in compliance with existing European regulations.
L’acquariofilia è un’attività diffusa a livello globale, praticata sia a livello amatoriale che professionale in centri di ricerca e acquari pubblici. Oltre al valore estetico e ricreativo, questa pratica ha anche un importante ruolo scientifico e conservazionistico, contribuendo alla tutela della biodiversità acquatica. I pesci ornamentali appartengono a una vasta gamma di specie che provengono da habitat estremamente diversificati, che spaziano dai fiumi tropicali dell’Amazzonia alle barriere coralline oceaniche. Tuttavia, come tutti gli esseri viventi, anche questi pesci possono essere soggetti a diverse patologie che, se non trattate correttamente, possono compromettere il loro benessere e, nei casi più gravi, portare alla morte. Le malattie dei pesci ornamentali possono avere cause infettive e non infettive. Le prime comprendono infezioni batteriche, virali, parassitarie e fungine, mentre le seconde sono spesso legate a fattori ambientali come la qualità dell’acqua, lo stress, la nutrizione e la compatibilità tra specie diverse. L’identificazione precoce dei sintomi e l’applicazione tempestiva di trattamenti farmacologici e non, sono aspetti cruciali per garantire la salute dei pesci e il mantenimento di un ambiente acquatico equilibrato. Inoltre, l’uso razionale dei farmaci è fondamentale per prevenire fenomeni di resistenza batterica, una problematica sempre più diffusa nell’ambito dell’acquacoltura professionale e dell’acquariofilia domestica. L’obbiettivo di questa tesi è individuare le patologie più comuni dei pesci ornamentali comprendendone l’eziologia, e individuare le terapie ad oggi disponibili e applicabili nel rispetto delle normative europee vigenti.
Terapia farmacologica delle più comuni patologie dei pesci ornamentali
CALSAMIGLIA, SILVIA
2024/2025
Abstract
Aquarium keeping is a widespread activity practiced globally, both at an amateur level and professionally in research centers and public aquariums. In addition to its aesthetic and recreational value, this practice also has an important scientific and conservation role, contributing to the protection of aquatic biodiversity. Ornamental fish belong to a wide range of species originating from extremely diverse habitats, ranging from the tropical rivers of the Amazon to oceanic coral reefs. However, like all living beings, these fish can also be affected by various diseases which, if not treated properly, may compromise their well-being and, in the most severe cases, lead to death. Diseases of ornamental fish may have infectious or non-infectious causes. The former include bacterial, viral, parasitic, and fungal infections, while the latter are often linked to environmental factors such as water quality, stress, nutrition, and compatibility between different species. Early identification of symptoms and the timely application of pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments are crucial aspects in ensuring fish health and maintaining a balanced aquatic environment. Moreover, the rational use of medications is essential to prevent bacterial resistance, an increasingly widespread issue in both professional aquaculture and home aquarium keeping. The aim of this thesis is to identify the most common diseases of ornamental fish, understand their etiology, and outline the therapies currently available and applicable in compliance with existing European regulations.| File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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