Citation: Whilde, A. 1971 The growth of Clarinbridge oysters, Ostrea edulis L., relaid in Carlingford Lough during 1970. Irish Naturalists' Journal 17: 141-143
Number of Pages: 3
Volume Part: 4
Keywords: Aquaculture, Benthos, Carlingford Lough, Fauna, Marine, Marine Inlet, Mollusca, Sublittoral
Abstract: A report on a preliminary trial on relaying oysters, Ostrea edulis, in Carlingford Lough during 1970. Results (which include number of live oysters remaining, modal size, average weight, average volume and condition index) are compared to a control on the west coast. Preliminary trial indicated that conditions in Carlingford Lough were suitable for rapid oyster growth. In addition, clean shells and freedom from external fouling was an added quality.