Effect of Starvation and Refeeding on Gamete Quality and Fertilization in Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) Broodstock

In this study, the impact of starvation and refeeding on broodstocks was observed by examining quality parameters of gametes and fertilization. While the control group fish were fed every day, the male and female members of the group were fed one week apart and placed in starvation after a week of feeding. Weight gain in the control group was the highest. The feed conversion ratio was normal in all groups (0.9-1.3%). Relative fecundity was (935±62 eggs/kg) in control group females; it was found to be (1317±241 eggs/kg) in starving females and statistically different in the groups (p < .05). The egg diameter of the group receiving intermittent feeding for a week (3.36±0.2 mm) was found to be the lowest. All spermatological parameters were similar between groups, except for sperm volume. The most sperm count was seen in the group that received one-week intermittent feeding (46.9± 20 ml). The results of fertilization with the control female in the fertilization study based on male individuals showed similarity for the male individuals of the trial group, the highest fertilization rate was seen in fertilization using the control female and control male.