Biology and cultivation of freshwater crayfish (Astacoidea) in Ukraine and worldwide. Thematic list of scientific publications (2019–2024)

Abstract

Purpose. Compiling a list of sources, which may be useful for learning about studies and issues related to river crayfish, their ecology and biology. Methodology. The holistic approach allowed getting acquainted with a broad range of literature on the study topic, while the selective approach allowed focusing on specific aspects or authors specializing in this field. Attention was focused on papers in scientific journals and collections, materials of temporary teams, as well as monographs devoted to the studies on the biology of river crayfish. Findings. A thematic list of the main works - materials of international scientific and practical conferences, articles from collections of scientific works, thematic scientific collections, journals as well as monographs and abstracts of dissertations on the biology of crustaceans and their cultivation in global crayfish aquaculture has been prepared. The cited works cover the time period from 2019 to 2024. The bibliography contains 166 publications, placed in alphabetical order and described in accordance with the requirements of the HAC, in accordance with DSTU 8302:2015 «Information and documentation. Bibliographic reference. General provisions and rules of drafting», taking into account the amendments (UKND code 01.140.40). Practical value. The list can be useful for law-making activities, maintenance of ecological security of Ukraine, for specialists, scientists, students interested in crustacean biology and crayfish farming. Key words: crayfish, management, cultivation, commercial harvest, feeding, biology of freshwater crayfish.