2026-09-07
Why Use Shade Nets on Shrimp Ponds? Three Scientific Principles
Shade netting protects shrimp ponds through three scientific principles. First, it blocks thermal radiation, reflecting most solar heat away from the water surface and reducing heat absorption. Second, it lowers light intensity, preventing strong sunlight from damaging shrimp larvae and maintaining normal feeding behavior. Third, it stabilizes water temperature stratification, preventing sudden temperature spikes in the surface layer that cause thermal stress and reducing mortality rates. Proper use of shade netting effectively improves shrimp survival rates and farming efficiency during high-temperature seasons.