Table 2 Different thawing techniques used in European facilities to thaw fish for bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus)
Number | Thawing technique used | Time (if specified) |
|---|---|---|
6 | Thawing in a refrigerator only | Overnight (12–14 h) |
4 | Thawing first in refrigerator, then under running water | |
3 | Thawing at room temperature only | Overnight (12–14 h) |
3 | Thawing first at room temperature, then under running water | |
2 | Thawing first in refrigerator, then at room temperature | |
1 | Thawing under running water only |