All Flashcards
What is aquaculture?
Farming of aquatic organisms in controlled environments.
Define freshwater aquaculture.
Raising aquatic organisms in freshwater environments like ponds or tanks.
Define marine aquaculture.
Raising aquatic organisms in saltwater environments, such as ocean cages.
What is eutrophication?
Excessive nutrient enrichment in a body of water, often due to runoff or waste.
How can better waste management systems improve sustainability?
Reduces water pollution and eutrophication from aquaculture operations.
How can closed containment systems improve sustainability?
Prevents escape of farmed fish and reduces environmental impacts.
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.