ABSTRACT

CONTENTS List of Abbreviations... ................................................................. 3 1.1 Introduction ......................................................................... 3

1.1.1 Taxonomy and Importance of the Species ................ 3 1.1.2 Karyotype and Genome Analysis ............................. 5

1.2 Protocols .............................................................................. 8 1.2.1 Species Culture ......................................................... 8

1.2.1.1 Equipment ................................................... 9 1.2.1.2 Chemicals and Additives for Diet................ 9 1.2.1.3 Media and Mixtures Required .................. 10 1.2.1.4 Culture ........................................................11