Table 2 Feeding schedule for larval rearing from 2 DPH to 20 DPH for sea Bream showing microalgae (Cell /ml), rotifers, and artemia (individual/ml), and dry feed applied throughout the day (adopted from Moretti et al., 1999).

From: The impact of various selenium forms during the maturation period of Gilthead seabream (Sparus aurata) broodstock on the reproductive performance, egg, and offspring quality

Period DPH

2–17

18–20

20 to the end of the weaning period 55 DPH

Micro algae (cell /ml)

500

Increased to 800,000

800,000 in 33 DPH, then decreased

Sea bream

Rotifer

5 / ml Gradually increased to 15

 

Artemia

0

0.2 increased to 1.6

1.6 in 40 DPH

Dry feed

 

Starter 100–200 µ after 20 DPH