Aquatic Hole-Board
Circular aquatic spatial-learning system with a 5 × 5 feeder matrix and configurable distal landmarks for goldfish navigation research.
Louise Corscadden, PhD
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Key Specifications
Full details →- Model fit
- Goldfish, 12–14 cm body length
- SKU family
- Assigned during quote
- Sizing
- Model-specific dimensions confirmed from the selected configuration
- Ordering
- Quote-reviewed before fulfillment
- Category
- Behavioral Mazes
- Build notes
- Confirm accessories, station layout, and support needs before purchase
The Aquatic Hole-Board adapts the spatial logic of a hole-board task to freely swimming fish. A goldfish searches a 5 × 5 matrix for one baited feeder while the matrix maintains a controlled spatial relationship with five surrounding landmarks.
Matrix and cue control
The source apparatus uses a circular white tank, a centered 80 cm feeder matrix, four start positions, and five movable visual cues. This supports training plus food-removal, cue-removal, cue-disorganization, and single-cue probe configurations.
Goldfish evidence first
The current product is positioned for goldfish and comparative teleost cognition. Other species require a protocol-specific geometry and demand review before they are presented as supported configurations.
Features & Benefits
Published species
- Goldfish, 12–14 cm body length
Tank
- 140 cm diameter × 50 cm high circular white vinyl tank
Published water depth
- 18 cm
Feeder matrix
- 25 feeders in a 5 × 5 square matrix
Matrix span
- 80 cm
Feeders
- Opaque cups, 4.5 cm diameter × 4.5 cm high
Start positions
- Four defined perimeter positions
Visual landmarks
- Five configurable distal cues
Commercial configuration
- Cue set, feeder masking, and cleaning plan confirmed during quote review
Practical Tips
Document all five cue positions and the matrix rotation for every session.
Why: The task separates global spatial configuration from uncontrolled room cues.
Use removable feeders and a defined food-residue cleaning workflow.
Why: Residual food or odor can provide a local cue.
Setup Guide
What’s in the Box
- Circular aquatic tank
- 5 × 5 removable feeder matrix
- Feeder and masking component set
- Five-cue mounting system confirmed with the quote
Warranty
Fabrication support, replacement options, and warranty terms are confirmed with the final drawing and quote.
References
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Is this a zebrafish hole-board?
The current source-backed configuration is for goldfish. Other species require a separate geometry and protocol review.
How many feeder positions are included?
The published matrix has 25 positions arranged in five rows and five columns.
Can the visual cues be rearranged?
Yes. The cue system supports removal and disorganization probe configurations.
Which outcomes can be recorded?
Common outputs include errors, latency, feeder visits, search path, and a distance-weighted spatial accuracy index.
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