Summary Difference between Ichthyology and aquaculture
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Course
FBE 165
Institution
BSMRAU
Ichthyology and aquaculture are related fields in fisheries and aquatic sciences. Ichthyology studies fish biology, taxonomy, behavior, physiology, ecology, and evolution, while aquaculture cultivates aquatic organisms for commercial purposes. Ichthyologists focus on understanding fish in their nat...
Ichthyology and aquaculture are two distinct but related fields
within the broader realm of fisheries and aquatic sciences.
Here's an overview of each field:
1. Ichthyology:
- Ichthyology is the scientific study of fish. It encompasses the
study of fish biology, taxonomy, behavior, physiology, ecology,
and evolution. Ichthyologists are scientists who specialize in this
field and may work in academic research, museums,
government agencies, or environmental consulting.
- Ichthyologists seek to understand various aspects of fish
biology and ecology, such as their anatomy, reproduction,
distribution, and habitat preferences. They may also study fish
populations, conservation efforts, and the impact of
environmental factors on fish species.
- Ichthyologists do not typically engage in fish farming or
aquaculture but focus on the study of fish in their natural
habitats and ecosystems.
2. Aquaculture:
- Aquaculture, also known as aquafarming, is the practice of
cultivating aquatic organisms (including fish, shellfish, and
aquatic plants) under controlled conditions for commercial
purposes. It involves the breeding, rearing, and harvesting of
aquatic species in various aquatic environments, such as
ponds, tanks, and ocean enclosures.
- Aquaculture is an important industry for producing seafood
to meet the growing global demand for fish and seafood
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