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Abstract

<jats:p>Maintenance supports basal metabolism, osmoregulation, immune defense and routine activity. Maintenance energy demand in many teleosts ranges from 30–60 kcal kg⁻⁰·⁸ body weight per day. Nutrient intake below this threshold results in mobilization of body reserves and negative growth</jats:p>

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maintenance body supports basal metabolism

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