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6th Edition of
World Congress on Aquaculture, Fisheries & Marine Biology
October 8-10, 2026 | Tokyo, Japan
WAC 2026
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Amod Ashok Salgaonkar, A2S2 Enterprises, India
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Perry Raso, Matunuck Oyster Farm, United States
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Keynote Presentation (Virtual)
Virendra Kumar Goswami, Indian Institute of Technology & Environment and Peace Foundation, India
This Study aims to apply Artificial Intelligence and, and NISAR Satellite Data to study Aquatic toxicology, Ocean Energy, Air-Sea CO2 exchange, land, Ocean and cryosphere interaction comprising the study of ice-covered surfaces, islands, sea ice and selected oceans every 12 days [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Anne Mokoro, University of Eldoret, Kenya
Ornamental aquaculture offers a high-value, low-volume enterprise that can be developed in places where conventional food-fish farming is constrained by land, cold temperatures or fragmented markets. This study assessed the potential for ornamental fish farming across the eight c [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Milind B Katare, Krishi Vigyan Kendra East Siang, Central Agricultural University, India
The culture of monosex, predominantly all-male, populations of tilapia is a cornerstone of global tilapia aquaculture. This practice capitalizes on the superior growth rates of males and prevents uncontrolled reproduction in grow-out ponds, leading to higher yields and uniform ha [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Onwujiariri Chinemerem Emmanuel, African Regional Aquaculture Centre of Nigerian Institute for Oceanography and Marine Research, Nigeria
Aquaculture has become one of the most rapidly developing sectors within global food production systems, contributing substantially to the supply of high-quality animal protein and helping to reduce pressure on declining wild fish populations. As production intensifies to meet in [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Orthancia Rasoanomenjanahary, Fisheries and Marine Sciences Institute, Madagascar
Seaweed is still not widely used as a food source in Madagascar, despite the fact that these plants represent potentially exploitable resources. This study focuses on the macroalgae Gracilaria corticata, with the aim of using this species in human food to solve the problem of mal [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Esther G Kougang, National Veterinary Laboratory (LANAVET), Cameroon
Shrimp remains one of the most globally traded seafood commodities, yet in Cameroon, food safety challenges continue to threaten both public health and export viability. In 2009, the European Union suspended fishery imports from Cameroon due to non-compliance with hygiene standar [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Esther G Kougang, National Veterinary Laboratory (LANAVET), Cameroon
Cameroon’s aquaculture sector is expanding rapidly, but rising concerns over antimicrobial residues and resistance pose serious threats to food safety, public health, and international trade. This study offers a national diagnostic and regulatory perspective on aquaculture [....] » Read More
Keynote Presentation (Virtual)
Subhas Das, The University of Burdwan, India
In Purba Bardhaman district a study was conducted in ponds under semi-intensive (one control and two treatments) culture conditions to evaluate the quality of fish specifically food-fish, particularly Indian Major Carps, and air-breathing teleosts reared in a ratio of 2:5:1:1 for [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Chittaranjan Baruah, Darrang College (Autonomous), India
Northeast India is a globally significant freshwater biodiversity region, while Assam supports diverse riverine, wetland and pond-based fisheries alongside expanding intensive and semi-intensive aquaculture. Fish diseases increasingly threaten productivity, farm profitability and [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Ana Claudia Sanchez Ortiz, Universidad de Guadalajara, Mexico
Aquaculture is entering a new technological era in which increasing production efficiency can no longer depend on conventional management practices. Disease emergence, antimicrobial resistance, environmental variability, resource limitations, and the complexity of host–micr [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Ndjuissi Tamko Arlette Noel, University of Douala, Spain
Stocking density is a very important factor in aquaculture. In African catfish (Clarias gariepinus), high densities often lead to a deterioration in water quality, slower growth, and increased mortality. This study, conducted from April 20 to June 20, 2025, at the Grenier d'A [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Nadia Boutaleb , Laboratory of Biotechnology, Agri-Food, Materials and Environment, Faculty of Science and Technology Mohammedia, Hassan II University of Casablanca, Mohammedia, Morocco
The seafood processing industry generates wastewater heavily loaded with organic matter, nitrogen and phosphorus, making its treatment a major challenge for protecting aquatic ecosystems and promoting the circular bioeconomy. This study proposes an ecological biofilm engineering [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Fauzia Anwar Sherwani, Aligarh Muslim University, India, India
Heavy metal contamination of aquatic ecosystems is a major global environmental concern and a central issue in aquatic pollution and toxicology due to the persistence, mobility, and high toxicity of these pollutants. Heavy metals such as cadmium (Cd), readily bioaccumulate and [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Title : Applications of microalgal astaxanthin and its importance in aquaculture: Recent developments
Ranga Rao Ambati, Vignans foundation for Science, Technology and Research Deemed to be University, India
Astaxanthin is a high-value natural carotenoid renowned for its exceptional antioxidant activity and essential role in pigmentation, making it a key functional ingredient in modern aquaculture. Besides imparting the desirable red coloration to fish and crustaceans, astaxanthin en [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Zixin Shen, Guangdong Experimental High School, China
Glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) and their sulfation patterns shape the extracellular matrix of crustacean barrier tissues and may influence pathogen attachment and infection. However, the enzymes controlling GAG sulfation in shrimp remain poorly understood. This study identified and an [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Qiong Zhao, Tianjin Academy of Agricultural Science, China
Microorganisms play a crucial role in purifying aquaculture water bodies. However, there is limited understanding regarding the core species of bacterial communities in aquaculture ponds and their metabolic functions. Using 16S rRNA gene sequencing technology, network analysis, a [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Manjusha Lekshmi, ICAR–Central Institute of Fisheries Education, India
Seafood-associated food-borne diseases continue to represent an important public health challenge globally. The growing emergence and re-emergence of pathogenic microorganisms has increased the need for systematic surveillance of aquatic environments and seafood products to ensur [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Agapery Y Pattinasarany, Pattimura University, Indonesia
Tropical seaweed aquaculture supports coastal livelihoods, hydrocolloid industries, food systems, and blue economy development, yet farmed seaweeds remain vulnerable to environmental stress, ice-ice disease, epiphyte outbreaks, and variable biomass performance. Increasing evide [....] » Read More
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Uday Kumar Udit, ICAR Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture, India
Broodstock nutrition is a critical determinant of reproductive performance, gamete quality, larval survival, and overall seed production in aquaculture. The quality and quantity of nutrients supplied to brood fish directly influence gonadal development, endocrine regulation, fecu [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Sergio Saraiva Nazareno dos Anjos, Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (Embrapa), Brazil
With the global population projected to reach 9 billion by 2050, ensuring food security is a primary challenge for the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and a core target of Sustainable Development Goal 2 (SDG 2: "Zero Hunger and Sustainable Agriculture"). Aquacul [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Title : Advancing disease resistance in largemouth bass: Effects of ß glucan on immunity and survival rates
Liang Liu, KEMIN, Belgium
β-glucan is widely used in aquaculture due to its immunostimulatory effects, but the specific effect and potential regulatory mechanism on largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides) are still unclear. Here, we evaluated the effects of b-glucan on growth, immunity, resistance to [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Violetta M Yurakhno, A. O. Kovalevsky Institute of Biology of the Southern Seas of RAS, Russian Federation
Mullet fish have high nutritional value and excellent taste, which is why they are farmed in various countries around the World (on all continents except Antarctica). In the Black Sea and Sea of Azov, these fish are not farmed, but rather exploited for commercial purposes. Howeve [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Avishek Bardhan, The Neotia University, India
The use of chemical anaesthetics in aquaculture has expanded significantly for procedures such as handling, transport, vaccination, and research, where reducing stress and improving welfare are priorities. However, their potential application in pre-slaughter stunning remains hig [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Sami Mili, University of Carthage, Tunisia
Coastal lagoons are critical yet vulnerable ecosystems that serve as essential fishing grounds and nurseries for marine species. The Bizerta Lagoon in Tunisia, a regional hub, has recently experienced a dramatic and unexplained increase in the number of round sardinella (Sardinel [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Regina Gwaibo, PNG University of Natural Resources and Environment, Papua New Guinea
This study examines the relationship between fish body morphometrics (length and weight) and otolith dimensions (length and weight) to evaluate the strength of association between somatic and otolith growth. Otolith-based analyses are among the most significant approaches in cont [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Roba Tashome, Mattu University, Ethiopia
Aquaculture in Ethiopia remains more potential than actual practice; despite the fact that the country’s physical and socio-economic conditions support its development. A 90 days experiment was conducted to compare the performance of two locally formulated feeds as possible [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Nana Towa Algrient, University of Dschang, Dschang, Cameroon
The nesting habitats of marine turtles located in the coastal zone of the “Manyange na Elombo Campo National Park” and its peripheral zone are home to two species of marine turtles including the Olive Ridley and Leatherback turtles. However, these nesting habitats are [....] » Read More
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Nana Towa Algrient, University of Dschang, Dschang, Cameroon
Small-scale stocking of freshwater fish by fish farmers in rural or peri-urban areas remains a major challenge due to feed availability. Indeed, the unavailability and high cost of fish larvae feed constitute a significant obstacle to the development of artisanal fish farming. He [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Ogundare Taye Tobi, University of Ilorin, Nigeria
This study presents comparative analyses of monofilament and multifilament gillnets through field surveys conducted in Asa River, Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria. Data were obtained using personal field observations and structured interviews, with a three-stage sampling technique em [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Teshome Belay, Dilla University, Ethiopia
The study was conducted from February 2023 to January 2024 aimed to investigate the reproductive biology and feeding habits of Nile tilapia Oreochromis niloticus in Lake Hawassa, Ethiopia. 816 mixed sexes of O. niloticus were considered for reproductive biology, sampling involved [....] » Read More
Oral Presentation (Virtual)
Olayimika S O A, Federal University of Technology, Nigeria
The need to improve mental health/wellbeing is very essential in overall improvement of human performance which Ornamental fisheries is fulfilling using Aquarium fish viewing as a means, apart from its aesthetic and recreational purposes. Solafunmi a trade name given to Sierrathr [....] » Read More
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Title : Relationship between shapes and glass thicknesses on water holding capacity of 60 litres aquaria
Olayimika S O A, Federal University of Technology, Nigeria
Glass thicknesses and shapes of 60 Litres (L) glass aquaria was studied. Designed glass aquaria were constructed (3 mm, 4 mm and 5 mm glass thicknesses) for shapes (Tower, Prism and Cuboid) in triplicate and tested for leakages. Water was introduced into each aquarium and monitor [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (Virtual)
Elm Parker Bell, Cajamarca Exotic Plants, United States
The Marine typhoon Yagi occurred in 2024 both in Hainan and Vietnam producing intense ecological debris over seven days mainly exhibiting rainfall in several locations (3) most notably Vietnam and the Hainan land area. While severe active storms are known to cause damage to a num [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (Virtual)
Ariel Lanceta Jr, State University of Northern Negros, Philippines
Microplastics (MPs) in freshwater fisheries can be transferred to consumers via edible fish. We quantified MP occurrence and polymer?resolved risk in surface waters and four fish species from Lake Sampaloc (Philippines), a tropical fishery lake influenced by urban and aquaculture [....] » Read More
Poster Presentation (Virtual)
Ben Naoum Badreddine, Djillali Liabas University, Algeria
The existence of coastal populations, urbanizations, ports, and industrial units is essential due to their vital roles in the national and international economy. The Oran coastline is one of the most important in Algeria, so we considered it interesting to study the level of cont [....] » Read More
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Kidanie Misganaw Bezabih, University of Gondar, Ethiopia
Fisheries in Ethiopia face numerous constraints. However, there are little observed information about fishers and fish traders’ perceptions of these constraints and future solutions. The study was conducted in four purposely selected fishing grounds, namely, Lakes Tana, Ziw [....] » Read More
Title : Antimicrobial resistance and biosecurity in aquaculture
Pani Prasad Kurcheti, Fisheries University, India
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is a critical global challenge at the interface of human, animal, and environmental health, and aquaculture is increasingly recognized as a key sector within the One Health framework. The intensification of aquaculture systems worldwide, often witho [....] » Read More
Title : Shifting horizons in global ornamental fish trade: Trends, transitions, and emerging market dynamics
Atul Kumar Jain, Ornamental Fisheries Training and Research Institute, India
The Asian continent countries mainly of south, east, and south-east Asia lead by Singapore have been the leading exporter of aquatic ornamental organisms and USA as major importer for decades. However, a notable shift occurred in global export-import trade after 2011. The value o [....] » Read More
Title : Integrating art, science and rural development: The multifaceted role of aquarium keeping
T V Anna Mercy, Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies, India
Ornamental fish keeping has evolved beyond a recreational pastime to become a dynamic trade, a creative art form, a scientific discipline, and a catalyst for rural socioeconomic development. This presentation explores the multifaceted nature of ornamental aquaculture, highlightin [....] » Read More
Title : Algal biofilter treatment of fish pathogens in recirculating aquaculture systems
Adam Bell, Mote Marine Aquaculture, United States
Integrated multi-trophic aquaculture recirculating aquaculture systems (IMTA-RAS) are proven to be great for the sustainable production of fish while conserving water and recycling nutrients. Fish pathogens are a significant cause of loss and cost in aquaculture. Frequently, path [....] » Read More
Title : Abundance and distribution of freshwater eels in Pangi River, Maitum, Sarangani Province
Ariane Shane M Valdez, Local Government Unit, Philippines
Abstract A study on the abundance and distribution of Freshwater Eels was conducted in Pangi River, Maitum Sarangani Province. Three stations, 50 meters away from each other, were set starting at the mouth of the river with coordinates 06.02278° N, 124.52069°. In every [....] » Read More
Title : A review in aquaculture dynamics of China: Development history, production systems, constraints and future perspectives
Muganza Musombwa Rigobert, Institut supérieur pédagogique de Kamituga, Congo, the Democratic Republic of the
Chinese aquaculture has experienced remarkable growth over the past four decades, making China the world's leading aquaculture producer and a major player in food security. This overview examines the historical development of Chinese aquaculture, the main production systems, [....] » Read More
Title : Current aquaculture status and cultured fish species in Ethiopia
MEKONEN HAILU TACHBELE, National Fishery and Aquatic Life Research Center (NFALRC), Ethiopia
Ethiopia harbors a rich biological diversity of native fish resources and recognition of the potential to use these resources to make significant contributions towards improving food security through aquaculture. However, very little aquaculture production technique has developed [....] » Read More
Title : Development of a patient-derived zebrafish xenograft model for glioblastoma
Humphrey Wanjala, University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, United States
Glioblastoma (GBM) is the most aggressive primary brain tumor, characterized by rapid proliferation, diffuse infiltration, and resistance to conventional therapies, resulting in poor patient prognosis (Figure 1). Preclinical evaluation of GBM relies heavily on rodent xenograft mo [....] » Read More
Title : Effect of acute toxicity of formalin on orechromis niloticus
Azuibuke Adams Chris , Nigeria police academy wudil Kano University, Nigeria
The objective of this study is to investigate the effect of toxicity of formalin on oreochromis niloticus in Wudil Kano State, Nigeria. An experimental design was adopted for this study which involves two sets of experiment; determine acute toxicity of formalin and therapeutic ef [....] » Read More
Title : The influence of water temperature changes on the spawning period of the Baltic sprat (Sprattus sprattus balticus)
Julita Gutkowska, National Marine Fisheries Research Institute (NMFRI), Poland
The Baltic sprat (Sprattus sprattus balticus) is a small pelagic fish and one of the key commercial species in the Baltic Sea, with annual landings exceeding those of other ichthyofaunal taxa in the region. As an important component of the marine food web, sprat plays a crucial r [....] » Read More
Title : Exploring the aquaculture potential of marine sponges (Phylum Porifera) in Kerala, India: A focus on growth dynamics and optimization of farming protocols
Anita M George, University of Kerala, India
Marine sponge (Demosponges) culture gains importance based on their pharmacological (bioactive compounds), cosmeceutical and nutraceutical values (collagen) and biomaterials (biofilms). Moreover, their efficient filter-feeding nature, totipotency, plasticity, ecological resilie [....] » Read More
Title : New approaches to assessing and managing the multispecies fishery in the Gulf of Thailand
Pavarot Noranarttragoon, Department of Fisheries, Thailand
Marine fisheries in Thailand are multispecies/multi-gear fisheries. The Multispecies Maximum Sustainable Yield (MMSY) has been used as the reference point for fisheries management, with an equilibrium surplus production model used to estimate MMSY of three groups: demersal specie [....] » Read More
Title : Outrageously unnatural: The dangers of octopus farming
Thomas Coates, Animal Research Initiative, United States
The viability of octopus aquaculture has recently been evaluated in experimental settings with a desire to mass produce intensively confined octopus products in the near future. This paper analyzes case studies and known challenges that highlight the ecological, economic, ethical [....] » Read More
Title : Effect of pre freezing and thawing on the sperm quality of climbing perch (Anabas testudineus) sperm post cryopreservation
Zainal Abidin Muchlisin, Universitas Syiah Kuala, Indonesia
Cryopreservation of climbing perch sperm Anabas testudineus is developed by several methods. However, the quality of post-cryopreservation remains suboptimal and requires improvement through optimization of pre-freezing and thawing methods. Therefore, this study aimed to determin [....] » Read More
Title : Performance of moving bed biofilm, periphyton, and halophyte biofilters in marine multi-trophic aquaculture systems
Adam Bell, Mote Marine Aquaculture, United States
Combining multi-trophic recirculating aquaculture system (MT-RAS) biofilter types leverages the strengths of different ecological biomes, benefits water treatment, resource recovery, economics, and environmental sustainability. The overall goal of this study was to determine the [....] » Read More
Title : Nutritional intake of blue foods in rural Maine
Zoe Alexander, University of Maine, United States
Blue food (seafood) production is interwoven into discourses about the Blue Economy as evident by high-level policy initiatives to increase wild capture fisheries and aquaculture efforts in the United States and worldwide. These initiatives often emphasize the nutritional benef [....] » Read More
Title : Perceptions and practices of fishers in inland water bodies of KwaZulu Natal, South Africa
Ntandokayise Makhathini, University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
The governance of inland fisheries in South Africa is shaped by a complex interplay of stakeholders, largely vested in the resources found within public dams. Various fishing sectors, including small-scale, commercial, subsistence, and recreational fishers, constitute this stakeh [....] » Read More
Title : Assessing ionic silver and nano silver as emerging treatments for monogenean infections on clarias gariepinus in aquaculture
Lutfiyya Latief, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Monogenean ectoparasites such as Macrogyrodactylus congolensis pose health and production challenges for Clarias gariepinus in aquaculture facilities. Heavy infections of these parasites lead to epithelial damage, excess mucous, haemorrhage and in some cases mortality. Convention [....] » Read More
Title : Impact of lupin and grass pea mixture meal as dietary inclusion on body composition and haematological parameters of Nile tilapia fingerlings in a recirculation aquaculture system
Tsegay Fisseha, MIzan Tepi University, Ethiopia
The study investigated effects of fishmeal replacement with lupin and grass pea blend meal (LGM) at inclusion levels of 0, 25, 50 and 75% as potential plant protein sources in the diets of Nile tilapia fingerlings on body composition and haematological parameters. Experimental di [....] » Read More
Title : Environmental monitoring for legacy pollutants: The tributyltin case
Deloar Duda de Oliveira, UERJ and UNIBRA, Brazil
Maritime transport is recognized as the most common mode for the commercialization of commodities. With technological advancements, ships are becoming increasingly larger and transporting ever-larger volumes. However, for port areas to be suitable for receiving these vessels, the [....] » Read More
Title : The bathtub as asset: Resourcefulness, marketing strategy, and the informal fish value chain in Gwagwalada, Abuja, Nigeria
Michael Adedotun Oke, Michael Adedotun Oke Foundation, Nigeria
This paper investigates the ingenious marketing strategies and resource utilization practices within the informal fish vending sector of Gwagawlada, Abuja, Nigeria. Leveraging principles from the informal economy and asset-based development theory, the study examines the repurp [....] » Read More
Title : Early gonadal development phases leading to sexual maturity in the Pacific white snook (Centropomus viridis) under captive conditions in B.C.S., México
Minerva Concepcion Maldonado Garcia, Northwest Biological Research Center SC, Mexico
The advancement of biotechnology in cultivating the Pacific white snook (Centropomus viridis) is noteworthy. This study aimed to elucidate the reproductive biology of C. viridis during the early stages leading up to first sexual maturity, with particular focus on spermatogenesi [....] » Read More
Title : Treated drinking water as a sentinel indicator for episodic solvent pulses affecting riverine and coastal ecosystems
Kar Weng Chan, Department of Chemistry, Malaysia
Methylene chloride (dichloromethane, DCM) is a volatile industrial solvent widely used in manufacturing and surface-treatment processes. Its high volatility and episodic release patterns make it difficult to detect through conventional riverine and marine monitoring programmes, [....] » Read More
Title : Application of magnetic resonance tools for qualification and traceability of seafood
Fabiola Helena dos Santos Fogaca, Embrapa, Brazil
The global seafood industry faces persistent challenges related to product quality, safety, and authenticity, driven by complex supply chains, increasing demand, and the perishable nature of aquatic products. Traditional analytical methods often fall short in providing rapid, com [....] » Read More
Title : Reproductive biology of Nile tilapia (O. niloticus) and implications for fisheries management in Lake Hayq, Ethiopia
Alemken Berihun Mengist, Gambella University, Ethiopia
The objectives of the study were to assess the reproductive biology of Oreochromis niloticus and point out implications for fisheries management. Relevant biological data (total length (TL), total weight (TW), sex ratio, maturity stages and fecundity were collected. The collected [....] » Read More
Title : Influence of continuous illumination at increasing light intensities on the growth and survival of early stage Snubnose Pompano, Trachinotus blochii
Marlon S Alejos, Biliran Province State University, Philippines
Snubnose pompano Trachinotus blochii is receptive to applying an artificial light system and extended day length (photoperiod). This study investigated the influence of continuous illumination at different light intensities on feeding, morphology, growth, and survival of late-s [....] » Read More
Title : Age determination and growth of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) in Lake Hayq, Ethiopia
Alemken Berihun Mengist, Gambella University, Ethiopia
Age and growth of Nile tilapia, Oreochromis niloticus from Lake Hayq were studied from June 8, 2022 to June 7, 2023. A total of 738 otoliths were collected from the shore, open water and river mouth sites of the lake for otolith macrozone analysis. Otoliths were ground and [....] » Read More
Title : Site suitability analysis for sea cucumber mariculture in the coastal area of Bangladesh
Muhammad Mizanur Rahman, Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, Bangladesh
Sea cucumber (Holothuria spp.) mariculture could be a significant prospect for blue growth in Bangladesh because of its strong demand in the international market and ecological benefits, including sediment bioturbation and water filtration. This study utilized environmental data [....] » Read More
Title : Spawning migration of labeobarbus species of Lake Tana across Ribb Dam and Gilgel Abay Weir, Ethiopia: The challenges of fish spawning migration and proposed mitigation measures
Dagnew Mequanent Tesema, University of Gondar, Ethiopia
In Ethiopia, particularly in the Lake Tana sub-basin, the practice of irrigation development is increasing. However, this development ignored the fisheries, and no information on its impact was available. The sub-basin is rich in fishery resources, including the 18 Labeobarbus sp [....] » Read More
Title : Seasonal dynamics and phytoremediation potential of aquatic macrophytes Eichhornia crassipes and Pistia stratiotes in tropical aquaculture wastewater
Oluayo Bello Olusoji, Federal University of Technology, Nigeria
The rapid expansion of aquaculture has significantly increased fish production worldwide but has also resulted in the generation of large volumes of nutrient- and metal-rich wastewater that can degrade receiving aquatic ecosystems if not properly treated. This study assessed both [....] » Read More
Title : Linking phenotypic plasticity and environmental stress responses to conservation of endemic cyprinids in Moroccan freshwater ecosystems
Abdelilah Ahnich, Sultan Moulay Slimane University, Morocco
Moroccan freshwater ecosystems support exceptional endemic biodiversity but are increasingly threatened by climate change and human disturbances. Understanding how species coexist and adapt along environmental gradients is essential for predicting ecosystem responses to global ch [....] » Read More
Title : Relationship between tooth replacement rate and tooth size in cichlid fishes
Laura Grossheim, University of North Carolina Wilmington, United States
Teeth are mineralized structures located within the oral cavity that play a critical role in food acquisition and processing across vertebrate species. Proper regulation of tooth formation, spacing, and replacement is essential for maintaining functional dentition, and disruption [....] » Read More
Title : Decapod crustacean live boiling
Amanda Fox, Animal Research Initiative, United States
A decapod's ability to experience pain is an important consideration when discussing the ethics of live boiling. Historically, a lack of conclusive evidence has guided moral decisions regarding the treatment of lobsters and other decapods. However, a lack of conclusive eviden [....] » Read More
Title : Enhancing sustainable aquaculture performance using bacillus based biofloc inoculum
Khadem Hussain Saeedi, Kandahar University, Afghanistan
Achieving sustainable aquaculture requires innovative solutions that reduce water exchange, improve nutrient utilization, and support healthier aquatic organisms. Biofloc Technology (BFT) addresses these challenges by transforming nitrogenous wastes into beneficial microbial prot [....] » Read More
Title : DNA barcoding as a tool for biodiversity and ecological assessment in African freshwater systems: A case study of upper section of River Mpanga, Uganda
Basooma Rose, BOKU University, Austria
Freshwater ecosystems in the sub-Saharan Africa, the hierarchically nested river networks like wadable streams, support aquatic biodiversity and ecosystem functioning. However, they are increasingly impaired by anthropogenic pressures, including land-use change, pollution, hydrol [....] » Read More
Title : Priority areas for conservation of large pelagic fishes in the Eastern Pacific Ocean
Aura Estefany Buenfil Avila, IPN-CICIMAR, Mexico
The Eastern Pacific Ocean (EPO) and its highly migratory species are among the most vulnerable marine systems worldwide, facing combined pressures from intense fishing and strong climate variability. Despite the exceptional monitoring conducted by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna [....] » Read More
Title : The effect of microplastics on the enzymatic treatment of seaweed
Sizakele Nothando Ntuli, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa
Seaweeds are a promising source of bioactive compounds known to possess antioxidant, antiviral, antimicrobial, and anticoagulation properties, which makes seaweed an attractive source for biotechnological applications. Brown seaweed is particularly interesting – it is rich [....] » Read More
Title : Environmental DNA (eDNA) in the Philippines: Current status, policy frameworks, and guidelines
Tricksie Balatero, MSU-IIT, PRISM Building, Molecular Systematics and Conservation Genomics Laboratory, Philippines
Environmental DNA (eDNA) metabarcoding is an emerging, non-invasive method for detecting and monitoring biodiversity in aquatic and near-shore ecosystems by analyzing genetic material shed by organisms into their environment. This approach offers a sensitive, efficient, and cost- [....] » Read More
Title : Ecosystem controls on an anchialine pool shrimp species, Halocaridina rubra, presence and behaviors in North Kona, Hawaii
Kekuiapoiula Keliipuleole, University of Hawaii at Manoa, United States
Loko wai??pae (anchialine pool) habitats are tidally influenced, land-locked aquatic habitats with subterranean connections to the sea that are home to unique assemblages of organisms, such as the endemic shrimp, ??pae?ula (Halocaridina rubra). ??pae?ula abundance is intimately l [....] » Read More
Title : Na walewale kahakai: Community diversity of marine biofilms grown in orthogonal orientations across an urbanized gradient
Nalani Olguin , University of Hawaii at Manoa, United States
Biofilms are complex colonies of bacteria and other microorganisms that have colonized a surface, and are abundant in marine environments. These communities are generally defined by the extracellular substances they produce on the surface they have colonized (Shikuma et al). Just [....] » Read More
Title : Truncated PGHs as alternative antimicrobials for Streptococcus iniae infections in fish
Zachariah McGowan, University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, United States
Streptococcus iniae is a gram-positive bacterial pathogen that causes streptococcosis in fish, leading to high mortality and economic losses in aquaculture. With antibiotic resistance becoming a critical concern, alternative strategies are urgently needed. Peptidoglycan hydrolase [....] » Read More
Title : A tale of two sisters: De novo genome assembly and comparative genomic analysis of two Decapterus species, D. macarellus and D. macrosoma
Zae Zae A Aguinaldo, ipThe Marine Science Institute - University of the Philpines Diliman, Philippines
Round scads (Decapterus spp.) are highly migratory pelagic fishes that support major fisheries throughout Southeast Asia, including the Philippines. The close morphological similarity among species within this genus complicates taxonomic identification, particularly for the siste [....] » Read More
Title : Detection of aquatic strains promoting durum wheat growth
Chiali Charif Khadidja, Sidi Bel Abbes University, Algeria
Initially, cyanobacterial strains were isolated from three aquatic environments (Lake Sidi M'hamed Benali, Sarno Dam, Oglet Eddaira). Conventional morphological identification revealed 14 strains of cyanobacteria belonging to the genera Anabaenna, Nostoc, Lyngbia, Microcystis [....] » Read More
Title : Biomarker responses, bioaccumulation and edibility risks in African sharptooth catfish treated with ionic and nano silver for monogenean control
Lutfiyya Latief, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Infections by the monogenean ectoparasite Macrogyrodactylus congolensis can become a major health problem in Clarias gariepinus in aquaculture, where heavy parasite loads compromise gill and skin integrity, thereby impacting osmoregulation and ultimately reducing growth and survi [....] » Read More
Title : Sanitary status of fishery products marketed in Antananarivo, Madagascar
Berthod Rambohitrarivo, Fisheries Health Authority, Madagascar
Quality assurance and the management of sanitary risks associated with fishery and aquaculture products (FAP) are critical for public health protection and the vitality of the national economic sector. This study assesses the sanitary status of fishery and aquaculture products, a [....] » Read More
Title : Comparative assessment of radionuclide contamination in groundwater and seawater from industrial and agricultural areas
Jaber AL Marri, Qatar Environment and Energy Research Institute, Qatar
Radionuclides are present around us, originating from both natural sources and human activities. In the past decade, numerous studies have been conducted to investigate radioactivity in various contexts, particularly focusing on groundwater in industrial and agricultural areas, a [....] » Read More
Title : Climate–water quality pathways shaping fish biodiversity in the upper Niger basin
Ibrahim Abdullahi, University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Freshwater ecosystems in tropical basins are biodiversity hotspots, yet they face increasing pressure from climate change. Understanding the causal pathways linking climate variability to biodiversity is critical for effective conservation. This study aimed to disentangle the dir [....] » Read More
Title : Variations in nutritional and bioactive properties of North Atlantic Sea cucumber (Cucumaria frondosa): Role of seasonality, location, and processing
Amit Das, Memorial University of Newfoundland, Canada
Sea cucumbers are valued as traditional and luxury seafood, known for their rich nutritional and bioactive profiles. However, the effects of seasonality, geographical location, and processing methods on these qualities remain underexplored. For this, the nutritional and bioactive [....] » Read More
Title : Acute toxicity of bleach exposure in Macrobrachium crenulatum
Coral Salgado Mendez, University of Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico
Freshwater shrimp have become the most economically important and most internationally traded aquatic animal. Such high demand has led to unsustainable practices, such as the use of sodium hypochlorite also known as liquid bleach. Chlorine pollution has become a risk in the fresh [....] » Read More
Title : Eco friendly bioremediation: Azolla pinnata as a natural shield against hexaconazole toxicity in cyprinus carpio (LINNAEUS, 1758)
Mandeep Kaur, Panjab University, India
Fish populations worldwide face mounting pressure from agricultural runoff containing fungicides, with Cyprinus carpio (common carp) being a particularly vulnerable and commercially important species. Hexaconazole (HEX) is a triazole fungicide commonly used in crop protection. It [....] » Read More
Title : Spatial refuge and reproductive potential of the vulnerable the picked dogfish (Squalus acanthias) in the Georgian Black Sea: Evidence from experimental trawl survey
Guranda Makharadze, National Environmental Agency, Georgia
The Picked Dogfish (Squalus acanthias), a slow-growing and late-maturing elasmobranch, has undergone substantial population declines throughout its range due to historical overfishing and insufficient spatial protection (Ebert et al., 2021). In the Black Sea, the species is liste [....] » Read More
Title : Black soldier fly (Hermetia Illucens) larvae meal as a partial fishmeal substitute in diets for Paco (Piaractus Brachypomus) fingerlings: Effects on digestibility, growth and blood biochemistry
Cuadros Cuya Ruben Martin, Universidad Nacional Agraria La Molina (UNALM), Peru
Introduction: The increasing global demand for animal protein requires sustainable ingredients that reduce dependence on fishmeal. Black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) larvae meal is a promising alternative, but information for paco (Piaractus brachypomus) juveniles is limited. [....] » Read More