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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Tomohiko Sato, Naoko Goto-Inoue, Masaya Kimishima, Jike Toyoharu, Ryuhei Minei, Atsushi Ogura, Hiroyuki Nagoya, Tsukasa Mori
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Yuu Usui, Misaki Kimoto, Akira Hanashima, Ken Hashimoto, Satoshi Mohri
Summary: In this study, the ventricular diastolic function of two different types of Oncorhynchus masou, landlocked (masu salmon) and sea-run (cherry salmon), was investigated. The results showed that the cherry salmon had a relatively stiffer ventricle compared to the masu salmon, and this might be attributed to the increased collagen accumulation in the compact layer of the cherry salmon. However, the extensibility of cardiomyocytes and the morphology of isolated cardiomyocytes were similar in both types.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
A. Yoshimura, S. Saito, C. T. Saito, K. Takahashi, M. Tominaga, T. Ohta
Summary: This study investigated the functional properties and physiological roles of TRPV1 in masu salmon (Oncorhynchus masou ishikawae), a species of salmonids that prefers cool environments. The results showed that TRPV1 in masu salmon is involved in sensing environmental stimuli such as heat and capsaicin, and may play important roles in avoiding unfavorable environments for survival in aquatic vertebrates.
BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS REPORTS
(2022)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Masanori Nakae, Koh Hasegawa, Kouta Miyamoto
Summary: Captive-bred animals may show reduced performance in natural environments due to adaptation to artificial rearing environments. The study found that captive-bred masu salmon had a lower number of neuromasts in their lateral line system compared to wild-caught and F1 fish, indicating a reduction in the system due to domestication. The lower number of neuromasts could be one of the reasons behind the lower survival of captive-bred fish in natural environments.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
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Biodiversity Conservation
Shigeru Kitanishi, Takuya Kondou, Hiroshi Takahashi, Naohiko Takeshita, Shingo Nagata, Kaneaki Edo
Summary: The markless form of masu Oncorhynchus masou masou and red-spotted masu salmon O. masou ishikawae (iwame) is distributed in a few rivers within Japan. Genetic variation of iwame and red-spotted masu salmon (amago) in the Kohbaru River system was investigated using microsatellite loci. The study found a significant reduction of genetic diversity and genetic differentiation among iwame and amago samples, likely caused by genetic drift and population isolation. Therefore, continuous genetic monitoring is recommended to ensure the long-term persistence of iwame and amago in this river.
CONSERVATION GENETICS
(2023)
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Shohei Noda, Rui Ueda, Tatsuya Tanaka, Kotaro Shirai, Daisuke Kishi, Takuya Sato
Summary: The anadromous form of red-spotted masu salmon in two Japanese rivers showed low variation in sea migratory patterns, making them likely vulnerable to environmental fluctuations.
JOURNAL OF FISH BIOLOGY
(2021)
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Fisheries
Yuhei Ogura, Koh Hasegawa
Summary: Nematodes parasitizing salmonids can be found in both seawater and freshwater, but the freshwater species have not been well studied. This study examined the effects of Salmonema cf. ephemeridarum on the body condition of masu salmon Oncorhynchus masou. The results showed a positive relationship between the number of parasites and fish fork length, and a negative relationship between the body condition and the number of parasites. This suggests that nematode infection could affect the energy reserves of the host for future growth.
JOURNAL OF FISH BIOLOGY
(2023)
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Marine & Freshwater Biology
Toshiaki Yamamoto, Shigeru Kitanishi
Summary: This study investigated the influence of paternal life-history form and egg size on offspring life-history traits in masu salmon. The results showed that egg size was related to early-life body size of the offspring, while paternal life-history form had no effect. Additionally, the study found that the movement of offspring within the tributary differed between males and females, but was not influenced by egg size or paternal life-history form. The researchers concluded that environmental conditions play a more significant role than parental genetic effects in shaping offspring life-history traits.
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Fisheries
Akane Miyazaki, Kazuhiro Sugahara, Yoshitaka Kataoka, Daisuke Ishizaki, Yoshiaki Kai, Takeshi Kikko
Summary: This study investigated the possible recovery of the white-spotted charr population in a small tributary of Lake Biwa following the removal of red-spotted masu salmon that had been previously stocked. Electrofishing was used to capture fish specimens, and the results showed a decline in the white-spotted charr population due to the stocking of red-spotted masu salmon, which was followed by successful removal of the salmon. The estimated population size of white-spotted charr increased to a level comparable to 2005, indicating a recovery of the population.
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Fisheries
Masanori Nakae, Koh Hasegawa
Summary: The lateral line system and its innervation in the masu salmon were studied, revealing distinctive features such as the presence of a preinfraorbital neuromast group and absence of infraorbital, mandibular, and opercular groups. Comparisons with other Oncorhynchus species were made to further understand the unique characteristics of the lateral line system in Oncorhynchus masou masou.
ICHTHYOLOGICAL RESEARCH
(2022)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Koh Hasegawa, Masanori Nakae, Kouta Miyamoto
Summary: Domestication and captive breeding can diminish the obstacle- and predator-avoidance abilities of animals in the wild. In this study, we analyzed the effects of domestication and captive breeding individually by comparing the avoidance capabilities of wild, F1, and captive-bred masu salmon. The results showed that under light conditions, the rates of avoidance failure were relatively low for all groups. However, the rates increased significantly under dark conditions, particularly for F1 and captive-bred fish. This suggests that the lack of learning opportunities in hatchery environments and the degradation of sensory organ function contribute to the reduced survival rates of F1 and captive-bred fish in the wild.
ROYAL SOCIETY OPEN SCIENCE
(2023)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Seungki Lee, Woo Young Bang, Hee-Sun Yang, Dae-Sung Lee, Ha Yeun Song
Summary: This study reveals that there is no effective cryopreservation technique for fish eggs and embryos, but freezing germ cells and transplanting them to recipients could be an alternative solution for long-term preservation of piscine genetic resources. The method shows potential for practical conservation projects in other teleost fish species and masu salmon by successfully generating normal offspring with a balanced sex ratio.
BIOCHEMICAL AND BIOPHYSICAL RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Evgeniya V. Pushchina, Eva I. Zharikova, Anatoly A. Varaksin
Summary: This study found that injury to the dorsal pallium of juvenile masu salmon led to an increase in neural and glial progenitor cells, as well as the appearance of radial glia. The distribution and number of cells expressing GFAP changed after the injury, indicating changes in neurogenesis and gliogenesis during the regeneration process.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
De Xing, Baofeng Su, Shangjia Li, Max Bangs, David Creamer, Michael Coogan, Jinhai Wang, Rhoda Simora, Xiaoli Ma, Darshika Hettiarachchi, Veronica Alston, Wenwen Wang, Andrew Johnson, Cuiyu Lu, Tasnuba Hasin, Zhenkui Qin, Rex Dunham
Summary: Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, particularly EPA and DHA, play a crucial role in human health. In this study, a transgenic approach was used to enhance the EPA and DHA content in channel catfish by inserting the elovl2 gene from masu salmon. The results showed promising improvements, indicating the potential for enhancing n-3 PUFAs in channel catfish.
MARINE BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2022)
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Ecology
Toshiaki Yamamoto, Shigeru Kitanishi, Neil B. Metcalfe
Summary: Offspring traits in masu salmon are influenced by parent genotypes and phenotypes. Maternal and paternal influences have an impact on offspring dispersal distance, growth, and early sexual maturity. Maternal effects were observed in offspring growth, while paternal life history influenced offspring dispersal patterns. Overall, the growth rate and divergence in life history types were environmentally driven in young salmon.
EVOLUTIONARY ECOLOGY
(2021)