A multi-layered, independently temperature-controlled zebrafish farming rack

Abstract

This utility model discloses a multi-layer independent temperature-controlled zebrafish breeding rack, belonging to the technical field of zebrafish breeding racks. It includes a rack body and placement plates located within the rack's inner cavity. A transparent breeding tank is bolted to the top of the placement plate. A fish tank heater is installed inside the transparent breeding tank, positioned on the inner side wall of the tank. The heater is connected via a power cord to a control knob for adjusting its heating temperature, and the control knob is bolted to the outer side wall of the tank. Four sets of placement plates are evenly distributed within the rack's inner cavity. The rack also includes a filtration device for independently filtering the four transparent breeding tanks. This design allows for independent temperature control of zebrafish at different stages, meeting the personalized water temperature requirements of zebrafish at different stages and improving their growth rate.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of zebrafish breeding rack technology, specifically a multi-layer independent temperature-controlled zebrafish breeding rack. Background Technology

[0002] Zebrafish are fish belonging to the genus *Bruguiera* in the family Cyprinidae of the order Cypriniformes. They are also known as blue-striped fish, striped fish, and zebra danios. Their bodies are spindle-shaped. In zebrafish farming, they need to be kept in a rearing rack.

[0003] Existing aquaculture racks typically house zebrafish in a uniform manner, with all racks using a standardized temperature control system. Since zebrafish have a short breeding cycle, fry and adult zebrafish are often mixed in the racks. Because the water temperature requirements for fry and adult zebrafish differ at different growth stages, the racks cannot adapt to the varying water temperature needs of the fry, thus affecting the growth rate of the zebrafish. Therefore, we need to propose a multi-layered, independently temperature-controlled zebrafish aquaculture rack. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a multi-layered, independently temperature-controlled zebrafish rearing rack. This rack categorizes zebrafish into four groups: fry, juveniles, adults, and those in the breeding stage, and places each group in a separate transparent rearing tank. A heater is used to control the temperature of each tank, and a filtration system provides independent filtration for all four tanks, preventing temperature fluctuations. This design allows for independent temperature control of zebrafish at different stages, meeting their individualized water temperature requirements and improving their growth rate, thus addressing the problems mentioned in the background section.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a multi-layer independent temperature-controlled zebrafish breeding rack, comprising a rack body and placement plates located in the inner cavity of the rack body. A transparent breeding tank for raising zebrafish is bolted to the top of the placement plate. A fish tank heating rod for heating the tank is installed inside the transparent breeding tank, positioned on the inner side wall of the transparent breeding tank. The heating rod is connected via a power cord to a control knob for adjusting the heating temperature, and the control knob is bolted to the outer side wall of the transparent breeding tank. Four sets of placement plates are provided, evenly distributed within the inner cavity of the rack body. The rack also includes a filtration device for independently filtering the four sets of transparent breeding tanks, installed at the bottom of the rack body.

[0006] Preferably, the filtration device includes a filter box and a water delivery assembly for conveying water flow. The filter box is fixed to the bottom of the frame by mounting plate bolts. The bottom of the filter box is connected to four sets of transparent aquaculture tanks through four sets of water delivery pipes. The inner cavity of the filter box has independent filter chambers for placing filter materials, and there are four sets of independent filter chambers. The four sets of independent filter chambers are connected to the four sets of transparent aquaculture tanks through the water delivery assembly.

[0007] Preferably, the water delivery assembly includes a water pump, which is bolted to the outer wall of the filter box. The water pump is connected to the independent filter chamber and the transparent aquaculture tank through connecting pipes. There are four sets of water pumps, and the positions of the four sets of water pumps correspond to the positions of the four sets of independent filter chambers.

[0008] Preferably, the inner cavity of the water supply pipe is provided with a shielding structure to prevent zebrafish from being attracted, and the shielding structure is set inside the transparent breeding tank. The shielding structure includes a rubber tube set in the inner cavity of the water supply pipe. The surface of the rubber tube is interference-fitted with the inner cavity of the water supply pipe, and the water inlet of the rubber tube is integrally formed with a shielding grille for shielding the zebrafish.

[0009] Preferably, it also includes a connecting mechanism for connecting the placement plate and the breeding rack. The connecting mechanism includes a connecting seat welded and fixed to the inner side wall of the rack. The bottom end of the connecting seat is integrally formed with a support plate. The surface of the placement plate is provided with a connecting groove that matches the connecting seat. The surface of the connecting seat engages with the inner cavity of the connecting groove.

[0010] Preferably, the top of the connecting seat is provided with a positioning hole, and the positioning hole is located directly above the placement plate. The inner cavity of the positioning hole is provided with a support rod for supporting the top of the placement plate, and the surface of the support rod is engaged with the inner cavity of the positioning hole.

[0011] Preferably, the support rod is a metal rod, and a strong magnet is magnetically connected to the surface of the metal rod, and the strong magnet is fixedly connected to the inner cavity of the positioning hole.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0013] This invention provides a multi-layered, independently temperature-controlled zebrafish rearing rack. By setting up four sets of transparent rearing tanks, zebrafish fry, juveniles, adults, and those in the breeding stage can be reared separately. The installation of aquarium heaters allows for independent temperature control of the water in each set of transparent tanks. The inclusion of a filtration system enables independent filtration of all four sets of tanks, while unified filtration of the water in all four sets minimizes the impact on water temperature. This design allows for independent temperature control of zebrafish at different stages, meeting the personalized water temperature requirements of zebrafish at different stages and improving their growth rate.

[0014] Other features and advantages of this invention will be set forth in the description which follows, and will be apparent in part from the description, or may be learned by practicing the invention. The objectives and other advantages of this invention can be realized and obtained through the structures pointed out in the description and the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 2 This is a side view of the structure of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the frame after the placement of the mounting plate;

[0018] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of one set of transparent aquaculture tanks according to this utility model;

[0019] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a partial cross-section of the water delivery pipe and rubber hose of this utility model.

[0020] In the diagram: 1. Frame; 2. Placement board; 3. Transparent aquarium; 4. Aquarium heater; 5. Control knob; 6. Filter box; 7. Water supply assembly; 71. Water pump; 72. Connecting pipe; 8. Water supply pipe; 9. Shelter structure; 91. Rubber hose; 92. Shelter grille; 10. Connecting mechanism; 101. Connecting seat; 102. Support plate; 103. Connecting groove; 11. Positioning hole; 12. Support rod; 13. Strong magnet. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0022] Please see Figure 1-5 This utility model provides a technical solution: a multi-layer independent temperature-controlled zebrafish breeding rack, including a rack body 1 and a placement plate 2 located in the inner cavity of the rack body 1. A transparent breeding tank 3 for breeding zebrafish is bolted to the top of the placement plate 2. A fish tank heating rod 4 for heating the inside of the transparent breeding tank 3 is provided in the inner cavity of the transparent breeding tank 3. The fish tank heating rod 4 is located on the inner side wall of the transparent breeding tank 3. The fish tank heating rod 4 is connected to a control knob 5 for adjusting the heating temperature of the heating rod through a power cord. The control knob 5 is bolted to the outer side wall of the transparent breeding tank 3. There are four sets of placement plates 2, which are evenly distributed in the inner cavity of the rack body 1. It also includes a filtration device for independently filtering the four sets of transparent breeding tanks 3. The filtration device is installed at the bottom of the rack body 1.

[0023] During breeding, zebrafish fry, juveniles, adults, and those in the breeding stage can be divided into four categories and placed in four sets of transparent breeding tanks 3. The heating temperature of the water in each set of transparent breeding tanks 3 can be adjusted by adjusting the control knob 5. This allows for independent temperature control of the water in each set of transparent breeding tanks 3. During breeding, the breeding water in each of the four sets of transparent breeding tanks 3 can be filtered by a filtration device. The filtered water is then fed into the corresponding transparent breeding tanks 3. This method allows for independent temperature control of zebrafish at different stages, meeting the personalized water temperature requirements of zebrafish at different stages and improving the growth rate of zebrafish during breeding.

[0024] This embodiment also includes a fish tank heater 4, which can be a heater with a temperature display function. Both the fish tank heater 4 and the control knob are mature existing technologies in this field. This utility model does not impose any further protection or limitation on the fish tank heater 4 and the control knob. Both can be purchased on the market for use.

[0025] The filtration equipment includes a filter box 6 and a water delivery assembly 7 for conveying water flow. The filter box 6 is fixed to the bottom of the frame 1 by mounting plate bolts. The bottom of the filter box 6 is connected to four transparent aquaculture tanks 3 through four sets of water delivery pipes 8. The inner cavity of the filter box 6 has independent filter chambers for placing filter media, and there are four sets of independent filter chambers. The four sets of independent filter chambers are connected to the four sets of transparent aquaculture tanks 3 through the water delivery assembly 7. The aquaculture water in the four sets of transparent aquaculture tanks 3 flows into the corresponding independent filter chambers through the four sets of water delivery pipes 8. The aquaculture personnel add filter media to the independent filter chambers to filter the aquaculture water. The filter media filters the impurities in the aquaculture water. Then, the water delivery assembly 7 is activated to draw aquaculture water from the four sets of independent filter chambers and then send the drawn aquaculture water into the corresponding transparent aquaculture tanks 3. This achieves independent circulation filtration for zebrafish during aquaculture, avoiding mixing of aquaculture water during filtration and preventing it from affecting water temperature control.

[0026] The water supply assembly 7 includes a water pump 71, which is bolted to the outer wall of the filter box 6. The water pump 71 is connected to the independent filter chamber and the transparent aquaculture tank 3 through connecting pipes 72. There are four sets of water pumps 71, and the positions of the four sets of water pumps 71 correspond to the positions of the four sets of independent filter chambers. When the water pump 71 is started, the aquaculture water in the independent filter chamber is drawn through the connecting pipe 72. The water pump 71 sends the filtered aquaculture water into the corresponding transparent aquaculture tank 3 through another set of connecting pipes 72 to form a circulating filtration. With the setting of four sets of water pumps 71, water can be supplied independently to the four sets of transparent aquaculture tanks 3.

[0027] The water pump 71 mentioned in this utility model is a mature existing technology in this field. It does not provide any further protection or limitation for the water pump 71. The water pump 71 can be used by purchasing products with equivalent functions on the market.

[0028] The inner cavity of the water supply pipe 8 is equipped with a shielding structure 9 to prevent zebrafish from being attracted to the water. The shielding structure 9 is located inside the transparent breeding tank 3. The shielding structure 9 includes a rubber tube 91 installed inside the water supply pipe 8. The surface of the rubber tube 91 is press-fitted to the inner cavity of the water supply pipe 8. The inlet of the rubber tube 91 is integrally formed with a shielding grid 92 for shielding the zebrafish. By setting the shielding grid 92, the zebrafish are shielded, preventing them from entering the inner cavity of the water supply pipe 8 when the breeding water flows into the filter box 6 through the water supply pipe 8. Through the cooperation between the rubber tube 91 and the water supply pipe 8, the shielding structure 9 can be quickly replaced when damaged, reducing the time required to replace the shielding structure 9. The grid aperture is 0.8-1.5mm, and the average body length of the zebrafish fry is about 2-3mm.

[0029] It also includes a connecting mechanism 10 for connecting the placement plate 2 to the breeding rack. The connecting mechanism 10 includes a connecting seat 101 welded and fixed to the inner side wall of the rack body 1. The bottom end of the connecting seat 101 is integrally formed with a support plate 102. The surface of the placement plate 2 is provided with a connecting groove 103 that is adapted to the connecting seat 101. The surface of the connecting seat 101 and the inner cavity of the connecting groove 103 are engaged and snapped together. When the placement plate 2 is connected to the rack body 1, the placement plate 2 is inserted into the connecting seat 101, so that the connecting groove 103 and the connecting seat 101 are combined. When the bottom end of the placement plate 2 is attached to the support plate 102, the placement plate 2 and the rack body 1 are combined.

[0030] The top of the connecting seat 101 is provided with a positioning hole 11, which is located directly above the placement plate 2. The inner cavity of the positioning hole 11 is provided with a support rod 12 for supporting the top of the placement plate 2. The surface of the support rod 12 engages with the inner cavity of the positioning hole 11. When the placement plate 2 is combined with the frame 1, the support rod 12 is inserted into the inner cavity of the positioning hole 11, so that the support rod 12 engages with the positioning hole 11 to support the top of the placement plate 2, preventing the placement plate 2 from shaking after being combined with the frame 1, and preventing the connecting seat 101 from disengaging from the inner cavity of the connecting groove 103, thereby improving the stability of the placement plate 2 after being connected to the support seat.

[0031] The support rod 12 is made of metal rod, and a strong magnet 13 is magnetically connected to the surface of the metal rod. The strong magnet 13 is fixedly connected to the inner cavity of the positioning hole 11. The magnetic connection between the metal rod and the strong magnet 13 improves the stability of the support rod 12 in the inner cavity of the positioning hole 11 and prevents the support rod 12 from falling out of the inner cavity of the positioning hole 11 due to vibration during use.

[0032] In practical use: During breeding, firstly, the zebrafish fry, juveniles, adults, and breeding zebrafish are divided into four categories and placed in transparent breeding tanks 3 respectively. Then, the temperature of the aquarium heater 4 is adjusted by controlling knob 5. The four sets of control knobs 5 are adjusted in sequence to make the water temperature in the four sets of transparent breeding tanks 3 different, realizing independent temperature control for zebrafish breeding. Then, the four sets of water pumps 71 are started in sequence, so that the four sets of water pumps 71 draw the breeding water from the corresponding independent filter chamber and send it into the corresponding transparent breeding tank 3 through the connecting pipe 72. The breeding water at the bottom of the transparent breeding tank 3 is sent into the corresponding independent filter chamber through the four sets of water supply pipes 8. It is filtered by the filter media in the independent filter chamber and then drawn out by the water pump 71 again, realizing independent circulation and filtration of the breeding water in the breeding rack. Through the above scheme, the breeding rack can independently control the temperature of zebrafish at different stages, realize the personalized water temperature needs of zebrafish at different stages, and improve the growth rate of zebrafish during breeding.

[0033] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A multi-layer, independently temperature-controlled zebrafish rearing rack, characterized in that, include: The frame (1) and the placement plate (2) located in the cavity of the frame (1); The placement plate (2) is connected to a transparent breeding tank (3) for raising zebrafish. The inner cavity of the transparent breeding tank (3) is provided with a fish tank heating rod (4) for heating the inside of the breeding tank. The fish tank heating rod (4) is connected to a control knob (5) for adjusting the heating temperature of the heating rod via a power cord. The control knob (5) is connected to the outer wall of the transparent breeding tank (3). The placement plate (2) is provided in four sets, and the four sets of placement plates (2) are evenly distributed in the inner cavity of the frame (1); It also includes a filtration device for independently filtering the four sets of transparent aquaculture tanks (3), and the filtration device is installed at the bottom of the frame (1).

2. The multi-layered independently temperature-controlled zebrafish breeding rack according to claim 1, wherein: The filtration device includes a filter box (6) installed at the bottom of the frame (1) and a water delivery assembly (7) for conveying water flow. The bottom of the filter box (6) is connected to four transparent aquaculture tanks (3) through four sets of water delivery pipes (8). The inner cavity of the filter box (6) is provided with independent filter chambers for placing filter materials, and there are four sets of independent filter chambers. The four sets of independent filter chambers are connected to the four sets of transparent aquaculture tanks (3) through the water delivery assembly (7).

3. The multi-tiered, independently temperature-controlled zebrafish breeding rack of claim 2, wherein: The water delivery assembly (7) includes a water pump (71) connected to the outer wall of the filter box (6). The water pump (71) is connected to the independent filter chamber and the transparent breeding tank (3) through the connecting pipe (72). There are four sets of water pumps (71), and the positions of the four sets of water pumps (71) correspond to the positions of the four sets of independent filter chambers.

4. The multi-layered independently temperature-controlled zebrafish breeding rack according to claim 2, characterized in that: The inner cavity of the water supply pipe (8) is provided with a shielding structure (9) to prevent zebrafish from being attracted, and the shielding structure (9) is set inside the transparent breeding tank (3). The shielding structure (9) includes a rubber tube (91) set in the inner cavity of the water supply pipe (8). The inlet of the rubber tube (91) is integrally formed with a shielding grille (92) for shielding zebrafish.

5. The multi-tiered, independently temperature-controlled zebrafish breeding rack of claim 1, wherein: It also includes a connecting mechanism (10) for connecting the placement plate (2) to the breeding rack. The connecting mechanism (10) includes a connecting seat (101) welded and fixed to the inner side wall of the rack (1), and the bottom end of the connecting seat (101) is integrally formed with a support plate (102). The surface of the placement plate (2) is provided with a connecting groove (103) that is compatible with the connecting seat (101).

6. The multi-tiered, independently temperature-controlled zebrafish rearing rack of claim 5, wherein: The top of the connecting seat (101) is provided with a positioning hole (11), and the positioning hole (11) is located directly above the placement plate (2). The inner cavity of the positioning hole (11) is provided with a support rod (12) for supporting the top of the placement plate (2). The surface of the support rod (12) is engaged with the inner cavity of the positioning hole (11).

7. The multi-tiered, independently temperature-controlled zebrafish breeding rack of claim 6, wherein: The support rod (12) is a metal rod with a strong magnet (13) magnetically attached to its surface. The strong magnet (13) is connected to the inner cavity of the positioning hole (11).

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