Surimi wastewater characteristics and its toxicity to the fingerlings of tilapia, Oreochromis mossambicus..PDF (original) (raw)

The study examines the characteristics of surimi wastewater and its toxicity on tilapia fingerlings (Oreochromis mossambicus). The surimi processing plants generate significant amounts of wastewater with high levels of ammonia, nitrate, and biochemical oxygen demand (BOD), and this wastewater exhibited a creamish white color and a strong fishy odor. Experimental findings revealed that tilapia fingerlings have reduced survival rates in higher concentrations of surimi wastewater, with no growth observed in lower concentrations. The research highlights the ecological impact of surimi wastewater on aquatic life and emphasizes the need for effective waste management strategies.