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Effectiveness of Mechanical and Chemical Filter Application on Water Quality, Phytoplankton, and The Emergence of Vibrio Bacteria in Intensive Shrimp Pond Indra Febriantoro; Mohammad Fadjar; Maftuch
International Journal of Marine Engineering Innovation and Research Vol. 10 No. 1 (2025)
Publisher : Department of Marine Engineering, Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.12962/j25481479.v10i1.4760

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The aquaculture sector plays a crucial role in Indonesia's fisheries industry, especially with the rapid growth of Litopenaeus vannamei shrimp farming. However, intensive aquaculture systems face significant challenges, such as decreased water quality and increased Vibrio bacterial infections, which have the potential to cause diseases with high mortality rates. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of mechanical and chemical filtration systems in improving pond water quality, maintaining phytoplankton balance, and suppressing pathogenic bacterial populations. This study was conducted for 30 days using a randomized group design (RAK) with three treatments, namely ponds without filtration (K), ponds with mechanical filtration (FF), and ponds with chemical filtration (FK). The results showed that chemical filtration was more effective in reducing total organic matter (TOM) and reducing Vibrio density to 1,740-1,880 CFU/mL. Meanwhile, mechanical filtration was more optimal in increasing the phytoplankton population to reach 123,000 ind/m³. The application of the filtration system was also shown to increase dissolved oxygen (DO) levels and reduce total suspended solids (TSS), thus creating more stable water conditions for shrimp. The results of this study indicate that the implementation of an appropriate filtration system can be a strategic solution in supporting the sustainability of the L. vannamei aquaculture industry in Indonesia.
The Effect of Suspended Solids on Phytoplankton Abundance and Water Quality Dynamics in Intensive Shrimp Ponds in Kraksaan, Probolinggo, Indonesia Chandika Lestariaji; Aang Setyawan Anjasmara; Indra Febriantoro; Hendra Poltak; Desilina Arif; Asthervina Widyastami Puspitasari; Ahmad Yani; Akbar Falah Tantri; Saidin Saidin; Fataha Ilyas Hasan
Nekton Vol 6 No 1 (2026): Nekton
Publisher : Politeknik Negeri Sambas

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47767/nekton.v6i1.1149

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Intensive cultivation of whiteleg shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) has the potential to increase suspended solids concentrations, which can affect water quality and phytoplankton community structure. This study aims to analyze the effect of reducing Total Suspended Solids (TSS) concentrations through the application of a filtration system on phytoplankton abundance and water quality dynamics in intensive ponds. The study was conducted in intensive shrimp ponds in Kraksaan District, Probolinggo Regency, East Java, using an observational-experimental approach comparing pond conditions without filtration, mechanical filtration, and chemical filtration. The parameters observed included TSS, phytoplankton abundance, and several water quality parameters such as temperature, clarity, pH, dissolved oxygen (DO), salinity, nitrate, and orthophosphate. The results showed that mechanical filtration was able to reduce TSS most effectively with a range of 38–47 mg/L compared to chemical filtration (57–63 mg/L) and without filtration (81–91 mg/L). The decrease in TSS was followed by an increase in water clarity and DO concentration. The highest phytoplankton abundance was found in the mechanical filtration treatment (2,870–3,084 ind/L), followed by chemical filtration (2,121–2,291 ind/L), while without filtration showed the lowest abundance (1,062–1,401 ind/L). These results indicate that reducing TSS through the filtration system increases light penetration, thus supporting phytoplankton photosynthetic activity. Overall, the application of filtration systems, especially mechanical filtration, plays an important role in improving water quality and increasing phytoplankton productivity, thus potentially supporting ecosystem stability and the sustainability of intensive vannamei shrimp farming systems.