The effect of sublethal concentration of DimilinR (TH6040) on the larval development of the mud-crab Rhithropanopeus harrisii (Gould)

Wilson, J.E.H. (1978) The effect of sublethal concentration of DimilinR (TH6040) on the larval development of the mud-crab Rhithropanopeus harrisii (Gould). Bulletin of the Institute of Marine Biology & Oceanography, Fourah Bay College, University of Sierra Leone, 3(1), pp. 1-11.

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Abstract

Sublethal DimilinR (insecticide) concentration significantly decreased the percentage survival of larval R. harrisii . This decrease was marked at low salinities, when it may have become toxic. This was true for both 25 and 30 C. Duration of larval development did not seem to be affected by sublethal DimilinR concentrations even in extremely low or high salinities. High temperature, however, shortened the time of development. No anatomical abnormality was observed. These findings are only tentative as more replicates of the experiments are needed before definite conclusions can be reached. It will be desirable to work with more salinity-temperature combinations to get a complete picture of sublethal effects under different environmental conditions.

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