The issue of stress is central to most discussions on the welfare of domesticated or
intensively farmed animals, including fish (Conte 2004). Stress in this context is perceived as …

A basic overview is provided of the mechanistic basis of the neuroendocrine stress response
in fish. The contrast between acute and chronic stress is highlighted and the role of cortisol …

The issue of stress is central to most discussions on the welfare of domesticated or
intensively farmed animals, including fish (Conte 2004). Stress in this context is perceived as …

This chapter contains section titled: Introduction What is the stress response? The stress
response in fish Detection and measurement of stress in fish Cortisol as an index of stress …

A basic overview is provided of the mechanistic basis of the neuroendocrine stress response
in fish. The contrast between acute and chronic stress is highlighted and the role of cortisol …