Islamy, R.A., Putri, R.T., Mutmainnah, N., Valen, F.S., Kamarudin, A.S., & Hasan, V. 2025 Cochineal powder as an eco-friendly carotenoid supplement to enhance coloration in Betta splendens. Journal of Ecological Engineering 26(10): 116–125

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Notes: This study evaluated the efficacy of cochineal powder (Dactylopius coccus), a natural insect-derived source of carminic acid and carotenoids, in enhancing red coloration in Betta fish (Betta splendens). The research responds to the urgent need for environmentally responsible practices in the aquaculture sector by demonstrating that optimal inclusion of natural colorants can enhance product value without ecological compromise. https://doi.org/10.12911/22998993/205686

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