The larval period is a critical bottleneck in the development of striped murrel (Channa
striata). To better understand the early ontogeny of this species, generating a
comparative transcriptome is essential. This approach helps identify the onset of
functional mechanisms during development. Of particular interest are the molecular
changes induced by nutritional factors, which will enhance our understanding of the
nutritional physiology of fish larvae and identify markers of nutritional status. Insights
into feeding and digestive ontogeny from this study will serve as a foundation for
developing larval feed for C. striata. Additionally, this transcriptomic analysis aims to
provide an initial overview of key genes regulating digestive and metabolic enzymes,
as well as neuropeptides that influence feed intake. The primary goal of this data
generation is to use a transcriptomic approach to explore factors affecting feeding
and digestive capacity in C. striata larvae during early development. Ultimately, this
research will establish the first transcriptomic database for striped murrel larvae,
supporting future studies on this species. Less...