The aquatic niche refers to the specific environmental conditions and ecological roles that aquatic organisms occupy in marine and freshwater ecosystems. Each species has unique habitat preferences, such as water temperature, salinity, and nutrient availability, that enable it to thrive in its niche. For example, coral reefs support diverse marine life, while freshwater ecosystems host species like trout and catfish. Understanding these niches is vital in aquaculture for selecting appropriate species and designing habitats that mimic natural conditions. By tailoring farming practices to species' ecological requirements, aquaculture can enhance productivity and reduce environmental impact, ultimately supporting sustainable resource management.
Title : The paradox of an ocean nation: Why Fiji imports seafood despite its abundant marine resources
Hiroshi Taniguchi, Free Bird Institute, Fiji
Title : Shifting horizons in global ornamental fish trade: Trends, transitions, and emerging market dynamics
Atul Kumar Jain, Ornamental Fisheries Training and Research Institute, India
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
Title : Haringhata fish: A concept of responsible farming with sensible marketing for better livelihood and sustainable development
Subhas Das, The University of Burdwan, India
Title : Conditionally pathogenic microparasites (microsporidia and myxosporea) of mullet fish-potential objects of mariculture in the Black and Azov Seas
Violetta M Yurakhno, A. O. Kovalevsky Institute of Biology of the Southern Seas of RAS, Russian Federation
Title : Earthworm vermicompost to enhance shrimp Litopenaeus vannamei growth and inhibit AHPND disease in an experimental culture
Gerardo Rodriguez Quiroz, Instituto Politecnico Nacional, Mexico