Aquaculture refers to the cultivation of aquatic organisms such as fish, shellfish, and seaweed in controlled environments.
Imagine aquaculture as a water-based farm where instead of growing corn or raising cows, farmers raise fish or grow seaweed.
Mariculture: This is a specialized branch of aquaculture that involves cultivating marine organisms in their natural habitats. It’s like farming but in the ocean!
Fishery Management: This involves regulating fishing activities to maintain sustainable populations of aquatic life. Think about it as being a referee for fishing practices.
Brackish Water Cultivation: Refers to farming methods used in water bodies with mixed fresh and saltwater - kind of like creating a custom living environment for specific types of aquatic life.
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