Breeding tank suitable for brine shrimps

Abstract

The utility model relates to the field of biological bait incubation, and discloses a culture tank suitable for fairy shrimps, which comprises a tank body, a culture cavity used for containing the fairy shrimps is arranged in the tank body, and tank body scales used for measuring the liquid level height in the culture cavity are arranged on the side face of the tank body. A branch pipe communicated with the breeding cavity is installed on the outer side of the tank body, and an oxygenation pump used for supplying oxygen into the breeding cavity is installed at the tail end of the branch pipe. The measuring scales are additionally arranged on the tank body, so that the culture accuracy can be improved, a culturist can accurately add or replace a water body, and the stability and suitability of the water quality are ensured; according to the number of the fairy shrimps specifically needed by the experiment, the fairy shrimp eggs needing to be hatched and the needed amount of water can be quantitatively selected, and experiment waste is reduced; meanwhile, by observing the water level change, the feeding amount of the bait can be mastered more easily, and waste and pollution are avoided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of biological feed hatching, specifically to a culture tank suitable for brine shrimp. Background Technology

[0002] Brine shrimp, also known as brine shrimp or brine worm, is a crustacean widely distributed in salt fields or salt lakes. Brine shrimp are relatively small, with adult individuals generally measuring 1-2 centimeters in length. Brine shrimp winter eggs are a special type of dormant egg that can be dried, canned, and sold commercially, and can be easily hatched.

[0003] Brine shrimp larvae are a high-quality live food source, rich in protein and fatty acids, making them excellent food for juvenile fish and shrimp. Brine shrimp are also a primary food source for zebrafish, whose rearing conditions are relatively demanding and prone to mortality. Therefore, it is crucial to strictly control the quantity and quality of hatched brine shrimp.

[0004] Most existing brine shrimp farming equipment lacks specific markings, making it impossible to determine the exact amount of water required for raising brine shrimp. This hinders water control for higher-quality brine shrimp hatching, resulting in a low hatching rate. Consequently, it cannot guarantee a continuous and good supply of zebrafish, affecting their growth and reproduction, and indirectly leading to a lower survival rate for zebrafish. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the shortcomings of the existing technology and provide a culture tank suitable for brine shrimp. Adding measuring scales to the tank can improve the accuracy of culture, including accurate quantity control, quantitative feeding, and monitoring of growth.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0007] A culture tank suitable for brine shrimp includes a tank body with a culture chamber for holding brine shrimp inside. The side of the tank body is provided with a scale for measuring the liquid level in the culture chamber. A branch pipe communicating with the culture chamber is installed on the outside of the tank body, and an oxygen pump for supplying oxygen to the culture chamber is installed at the end of the branch pipe.

[0008] Optionally, a three-way valve is installed on the branch pipe, and an inlet is connected to the top of the three-way valve.

[0009] Optionally, an inlet is provided on the side wall of the cylinder, the inlet is located at the upper part of the cylinder, and the end of the branch pipe opposite to the oxygen pump is connected to the breeding chamber through the inlet.

[0010] Optionally, an oxygen supply pipe is provided inside the branch pipe, one end of which is connected to the output end of the oxygenation pump, and the other end extends downward through the inlet to the lower part of the breeding chamber.

[0011] Optionally, the oxygenation pump may employ a single-hole or double-hole structure.

[0012] Optionally, a shrimp-collecting pipe communicating with the breeding chamber is installed at the bottom of the tank, and a shrimp-collecting switch for controlling its on / off state is installed on the shrimp-collecting pipe.

[0013] Optionally, the lower part of the tank body adopts a frustum structure, and the inner diameter of the lower part of the breeding chamber gradually decreases along the axial direction as it approaches the shrimp collecting tube.

[0014] Optionally, the cylinder body scale is located on the outside of the cylinder body, and the cylinder body scale is distributed along the axial direction of the cylinder body.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0016] In this invention, adding measuring scales to the tank can improve the accuracy of aquaculture, helping farmers to accurately add or change water and ensure the stability and suitability of water quality. It allows for the quantitative selection of the number of brine shrimp eggs to be hatched and the required amount of water based on the specific number of brine shrimp needed for the experiment, reducing experimental waste. Simultaneously, by observing water level changes, it is easier to control the amount of feed added, avoiding waste and pollution. This, in turn, improves the hatching efficiency of brine shrimp, resulting in a more accurate and effective hatching of a suitable number of brine shrimp. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the aquaculture tank in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is an isometric structural diagram of the aquaculture tank in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the aquaculture tank in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0020] The components include: 1. Tank body; 2. Tank body markings; 3. Inlet; 4. Branch pipe; 5. Aeration pump; 6. Three-way valve; 7. Water inlet; 8. Aeration pipe; 9. Shrimp collection pipe; 10. Shrimp collection switch. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. These drawings are simplified schematic diagrams, which are only used to illustrate the basic structure of the present invention in a schematic manner, and therefore only show the components related to the present invention.

[0022] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 As shown, a culture tank suitable for brine shrimp includes a tank body 1, branch pipes 4, an oxygen pump 5, an oxygen supply pipe 8, a shrimp collection pipe 9, and a shrimp collection switch 10, etc.

[0023] The interior of the tank body 1 has a culture chamber for holding brine shrimp. The side of the tank body 1 is provided with a tank body scale 2 for measuring the liquid level in the culture chamber. The branch pipe 4 is fixedly installed on the outside of the tank body 1 and communicates with the culture chamber. The oxygen pump 5 is installed at the end of the branch pipe 4 and supplies oxygen to the culture chamber through the oxygen supply pipe 8. The shrimp collection pipe 9 is installed at the bottom of the tank body 1 and communicates with the culture chamber. The shrimp collection switch 10 is installed on the shrimp collection pipe 9 to control its on / off state.

[0024] Adding measuring scales to tank 1 can improve the accuracy of aquaculture, increase the hatching efficiency of brine shrimp, and more accurately and effectively hatch a suitable number of brine shrimp to better feed experimental animals such as zebrafish. This method also offers the following advantages:

[0025] (1) Precise control of water volume: The scale can help aquaculture farmers to accurately add or replace water, ensuring the stability and suitability of water quality;

[0026] (2) Accurate quantity control: The amount of brine shrimp eggs to be hatched and the amount of water required can be quantitatively selected according to the specific number of brine shrimp required for the experiment, thereby reducing experimental waste;

[0027] (3) Quantitative feeding: By observing changes in water level, it is easier to control the amount of feed to be given, thus avoiding waste and pollution;

[0028] (4) Monitoring growth: The number of brine shrimp and their activity range can be seen directly, and the farming effect and development trend can be evaluated;

[0029] (5) Convenient for recording and analysis: Recording the time and magnitude of each water level adjustment helps to analyze regular problems in the aquaculture process and optimize it;

[0030] (6) Simplified operation steps: No additional tools are needed to measure the liquid level, which improves work efficiency and management convenience;

[0031] (7) Preventing spill accidents: Clear water level markings can prevent liquid leakage due to negligence and protect the surrounding environment and equipment safety;

[0032] (8) Able to detect problems in a timely manner: If the water level drops abnormally fast, it may be a signal of leakage or other malfunctions, and measures can be taken quickly to deal with it;

[0033] (9) As a teaching demonstration tool: Using graduated breeding tanks in education and training can help students better understand and master practical skills;

[0034] (10) The structural design is intuitive and easy to understand: breeders can easily operate and manage the equipment without professional knowledge.

[0035] A three-way valve 6 is installed on the branch pipe 4, and an inlet 7 is connected to the top of the three-way valve 6. An inlet 3 is opened on the side wall of the cylinder 1. The inlet 3 is located at the upper part of the cylinder 1, and the end of the branch pipe 4 opposite to the aeration pump 5 is connected to the breeding chamber through the inlet 3. One end of the oxygen supply pipe 8 is connected to the output end of the aeration pump 5, and the other end extends downward along the branch pipe 4 through the three-way valve 6 and the inlet 3 to the lower part of the breeding chamber.

[0036] Inlet 3 is located at the top of tank 1, facilitating the addition of water to the culture chamber. The size of the culture chamber in tank 1 can be determined according to the number of brine shrimp to be hatched, generally 2000ml-3000ml. The lower end of the oxygen supply pipe 8 extends to the bottom of the culture chamber, and the upper end is connected to a three-way valve 6. The top of the three-way valve 6 is connected to a water inlet 7, and the right side is connected to an oxygen pump 5. The oxygen pump 5 can be freely selected according to the hatching demand, generally a single-hole or double-hole oxygen pump 5 is selected.

[0037] Water and brine shrimp are placed in the rearing chamber of tank 1. The size of tank 1 can be freely selected according to the requirements of the hatching technicians to adjust the hatching speed and collection of brine shrimp. A shrimp collection switch 10 is set up to make the hatching and collection of brine shrimp more convenient and simple. The number of brine shrimp hatched can also be controlled by the selection of oxygen pump 5. If the demand for hatching brine shrimp is relatively large, an oxygen pump 5 with multiple holes can be selected to adjust the hatching speed of brine shrimp at any time.

[0038] Furthermore, a transparent material is selected as the main body of the hatching tank, and the required water volume for the corresponding shrimp eggs is marked at an appropriate position on the tank body 1; that is, a label of appropriate size can be added next to the tank body scale 2 to record the appropriate amount of brine shrimp eggs and salt to be added at the corresponding scale, so as to simplify the operation; the tank body scale 2 is set on the outside of the tank body 1, and the tank body scale 2 is distributed along the axis of the tank body 1, which is convenient for observation and can reduce errors.

[0039] In addition, the lower part of the tank 1 adopts a frustum structure, and the inner diameter of the lower part of the breeding chamber gradually decreases along the axial direction as it approaches the shrimp collection tube 9. This structure can achieve the enrichment of brine shrimp, making them densely distributed near the shrimp collection tube 9, which is convenient to collect through the shrimp collection switch 10, and the shrimp collection switch 10 can be a shut-off valve.

[0040] Working principle:

[0041] During the incubation of brine shrimp, close the water inlet 7 and turn on the oxygen pump 5 to increase oxygen into the breeding chamber through the oxygen supply pipe 8. During the incubation process, the water level in the tank can be seen through the scale 2 on the tank body to better observe the condition of the brine shrimp and ensure that the brine shrimp can hatch better. After the brine shrimp have finished incubating, turn off the oxygen pump 5 and turn on the shrimp collection switch 10 to collect the hatched brine shrimp into a small beaker or collector for feeding zebrafish.

[0042] In summary, the brine shrimp hatched by this invention are used to feed laboratory animals such as zebrafish. The structure of this invention is relatively simple and reasonable, and the hatching container is convenient and flexible to use. Even those unfamiliar with brine shrimp hatching can easily perform the breeding and hatching operations. The required number of brine shrimp eggs and the amount of water can be quantitatively selected according to the specific number of brine shrimp needed for the experiment, reducing experimental waste. The graduations also help breeders accurately add or replace water, ensuring water quality stability and suitability. Quantitative feeding is possible; by observing water level changes, it is easier to control the amount of feed, avoiding waste and pollution. The number of brine shrimp and their activity range can be visually observed, allowing for the evaluation of breeding effects and development trends. The time and magnitude of each water level adjustment can be recorded for convenient data analysis. This invention improves the practicality, simplicity, and ease of operation of this type of hatchery device.

[0043] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationships, are based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, features defined with "first," "second," etc., may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0044] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0045] Based on the preferred embodiments of this utility model described above, those skilled in the art can make various changes and modifications without departing from the technical concept of this utility model. The technical scope of this utility model is not limited to the contents of the specification, but must be determined according to the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A culture tank suitable for brine shrimp, comprising a tank body (1), wherein the interior of the tank body (1) has a culture chamber for holding brine shrimp, characterized in that: The side of the cylinder (1) is provided with cylinder scale (2) for measuring the liquid level in the breeding chamber, and a branch pipe (4) connected to the breeding chamber is installed on the outside of the cylinder (1), and an oxygen pump (5) for supplying oxygen to the breeding chamber is installed at the end of the branch pipe (4).

2. The culture tank for brine shrimp according to claim 1, characterized in that: A three-way valve (6) is installed on the branch pipe (4), and an inlet (7) is connected to the top of the three-way valve (6).

3. The culture tank for brine shrimp according to claim 1, characterized in that: An inlet (3) is provided on the side wall of the cylinder (1). The inlet (3) is located at the upper part of the cylinder (1), and the branch pipe (4) is connected to the breeding chamber through the inlet (3) at one end opposite to the oxygen pump (5).

4. The culture tank for brine shrimp according to claim 3, characterized in that: An oxygen supply pipe (8) is provided inside the branch pipe (4). One end of the oxygen supply pipe (8) is connected to the output end of the oxygen pump (5), and the other end extends downward through the inlet (3) to the lower part of the breeding chamber.

5. The culture tank for brine shrimp according to claim 4, characterized in that: The oxygen pump (5) adopts a single-hole or double-hole structure.

6. The culture tank for brine shrimp according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the cylinder (1) is equipped with a shrimp collection pipe (9) that communicates with the breeding chamber, and a shrimp collection switch (10) for controlling its opening and closing is installed on the shrimp collection pipe (9).

7. The culture tank for brine shrimp according to claim 6, characterized in that: The lower part of the cylinder (1) adopts a frustum structure, and the inner diameter of the lower part of the breeding chamber gradually decreases along the axial direction as it approaches the shrimp collection tube (9).

8. The culture tank suitable for brine shrimp according to any one of claims 1-7, characterized in that: The cylinder body scale (2) is located on the outside of the cylinder body (1) and the cylinder body scale (2) is distributed along the axial direction of the cylinder body (1).

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