All Flashcards
Why is genetic diversity important in wild fish populations?
Key to a healthy ecosystem; allows adaptation to environmental changes.
How does aquaculture relate to food security?
Provides a sustainable food source, reducing reliance on wild fish populations.
Explain the efficiency of aquaculture.
Uses less space and resources than traditional fishing for food production.
How can aquaculture impact biodiversity?
Escaped farmed fish can reduce genetic diversity of wild populations.
What is a key benefit of well-managed aquaculture?
Can create healthy environments for aquatic organisms to thrive.
How does aquaculture affect wild fish populations?
Can reduce pressure on wild populations, but escaped fish can cause genetic issues.
What is the effect of fish waste in aquaculture?
Can pollute surrounding ecosystems, leading to eutrophication.
What is the effect of high fish densities in aquaculture?
Can lead to easy spread of diseases among the farmed fish.
What is the effect of habitat destruction due to aquaculture?
Loss of biodiversity and ecosystem services in affected areas.
What is the impact of escaped farmed fish on wild populations?
Reduced genetic diversity, competition for resources, and potential disease transmission.
What is the effect of fish waste in aquaculture on surrounding ecosystems?
Can cause pollution and eutrophication due to excessive nutrients.
What is the effect of high fish densities in aquaculture?
Can lead to easy spread of diseases among the farmed fish.
What is the effect of farmed fish escaping into the wild?
Can reduce the genetic diversity of wild fish populations.
What is the effect of habitat destruction due to aquaculture?
Loss of natural ecosystems, impacting biodiversity and ecological balance.