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Special Issue "Emerging Viruses in Aquaculture".
Manfred Weidmann1, Mansour El-Matbouli2, Weiwei Zeng3
1Institute of Microbiology and Virology, Medical School Brandenburg Theodor Fontane, 01968 Senftenberg, Germany.
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|September 28, 2021
Summary
Aquaculture farming globally utilizes 598 diverse species, including finfish, molluscs, and crustaceans. This highlights the vast biodiversity supporting global food production through fish farming.
Area of Science:
- Aquaculture science and marine biology.
- Global food security and sustainable resource management.
Background:
- The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) reported 598 species utilized in global aquaculture in 2018.
- Aquafarming encompasses a wide range of organisms: finfish, molluscs, crustaceans, and others.
Discussion:
- The diversity of farmed species indicates adaptability and varied cultivation techniques.
- Understanding species utilization is crucial for assessing the ecological and economic scope of aquaculture.
Key Insights:
- Global aquaculture involves a significant number of distinct biological species.
- Finfish, molluscs, and crustaceans represent major categories within aquafarming.
Outlook:
- Future research may focus on expanding the diversity of farmed species for enhanced sustainability.
- Continued monitoring of aquaculture's species diversity is essential for conservation and food security efforts.
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