Aquaculture Concepts and Practices

This set of flashcards covers key vocabulary and concepts from Dr. K. Beltaire's Aquaculture lecture notes.

Aquaculture

The farming of aquatic organisms such as fish, mollusks, and aquatic plants.

Capture Fisheries

The harvesting or fishing of wild aquatic species.

Broodstock

Mature/adult animals kept for reproduction in aquaculture.

Dissolved Oxygen (DO)

The amount of oxygen present in water, essential for fish survival.

Osmoregulation

The process by which aquatic organisms maintain the balance of water and salts in their bodies.

Salinity

The concentration of salts in water, which influences aquatic life.

Sustainable Fishing

Fishing practices that maintain fish populations and environmental health.

Channel Catfish

The most dominant species in U.S. aquaculture production.

Fingerling

Young fish that are 4 to 6 inches long and are moved to grow-out ponds.

Mercury

A toxic element that can accumulate in fish and shellfish, posing health risks.

Water Quality

The chemical, physical, and biological characteristics of water, crucial for aquatic life.

Field and Lab Work

Practical components of The Five College Coastal and Marine Sciences Certificate program.

Recirculating Systems

Tank systems that filter and reuse water in aquaculture.

Fisheries Management

The regulation and oversight of fish populations and their habitats.

Environmental Degradation

The deterioration of the environment through depletion of resources.

Aquatic Plants

Plants that grow in or near water, often used in aquaculture systems.

Toxins

Harmful substances that can adversely affect aquatic organisms and ecosystems.