Book excerpt: Covers two species Penaeus monodon and Penaeus vannamei. It is organized into three main parts (Design, Operation, and Training). The design part focuses on two hatcheries and gives detailed plans of their construction as well as other options. The operation portion of the manual details the procedures for most efficient operation of a specific hatchery. This manual consists of compiled, presently known information important for training new personnel. Contains enough detail to provide the newcomer with knowledge to run a hatchery and provides details to assist the experienced hatchery manager. Illustrated.