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6th Edition of
World Congress on Aquaculture, Fisheries & Marine Biology
October 8-10, 2026 | Tokyo, Japan
Ornamental Aquaculture
Ornamental Aquaculture
Ornamental aquaculture is the breeding and farming of aquatic species for the ornamental pet trade, including fish, invertebrates, and plants. This industry caters to aquarium hobbyists and those interested in aquascaping. Aquaculture practices in this sector focus on producing species known for their beauty and unique characteristics, such as colorful fish or rare plant species. Sustainable ornamental aquaculture emphasizes breeding programs to reduce the pressure on wild populations, as well as eco-friendly farming practices that minimize environmental impact. As consumer interest in sustainable and ethically sourced ornamental species grows, the industry is evolving to meet the demand for environmentally responsible products.
Committee Members
Atul Kumar Jain
Ornamental Fisheries Training and Research Institute, India
Virendra Kumar Goswami
Indian Institute of Technology & Environment and Peace Foundation, India
T V Anna Mercy
Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies, India WAC 2026 Speakers
Thomas Coates
Animal Research Initiative, United States
Adam Bell
PISCIS-AQUA LLC, United States
Julita Gutkowska
National Marine Fisheries Research Institute (NMFRI), Poland
Violetta M Yurakhno
A. O. Kovalevsky Institute of Biology of the Southern Seas of RAS, Russian FederationSubmit your abstract Today
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