La eutrofización como un potencial riesgo en el cultivo del camarón blanco (litopenaeus vannamei).

Abstract

Eutrophication is presented as a potential risk in aquaculture, especially in white shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) cultures. This phenomenon is due to excessive enrichment of nutrients, mainly nitrogen and phosphorus, in the water. This can lead to uncontrolled growth of algae and aquatic plants, causing problems such as decreased water quality and hypoxia, which affects the shrimp and the surrounding ecosystem. The causes of eutrophication include the release of nutrients from various sources both direct and indirect. To evaluate the degree of eutrophication in a body of water, indices such as the Nutrient Eutrophication Index (IE) are used. To prevent and mitigate eutrophication in white shrimp cultures, strategies such as adequate nutrient management in feed, adoption of water recirculation systems, wastewater treatment and control of population density must be applied. It is also important to periodically monitor water parameters and encourage research to develop more sustainable practices.