Development of Cells Repository of <i>Betta</i> Species: A Tool for Genetic Conservation and Biotechnological Advancement.

ABSTRACT: Thailand harbors a remarkable diversity of betta (Siamese fighting fish); however, their wild populations are threatened by habitat loss and genetic pollution from released ornamental fish. Therefore, effective conservation strategies are needed to extend traditional in situ and ex situ methods, which are resource-intensive and prone to external threats. This study established a practical approach for cultivating cells from ornamental bettas and applying it to 11 wild species collected from their specific type localities in Thailand. Additionally, relevant available data on water properties were collected. Cell isolation was achieved from larval caudal fin bud and adult caudal fin tissues, with larval specimens exhibiting a significantly higher isolation success rate (83.3%) and a shorter

SUBMITTER: Prukudom S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12896975 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature