Aquaculture Collection (page 3)

Seaweed farming, Indonesia C016 / 6645
Seaweed farmer on Nusa Lembongan island in Indonesia Seaweed farming is the practice of cultivating and harvesting seaweed as an export commodity for production of agar and carrageenan products

Young abalone C016 / 4766
Young abalone. Worker at an abalone farm holding young South African abalone (Haliotis midae). These are large edible marine molluscs. Photographed on the Kei River, Eatern Cape, South Africa

Shrimp farming, Fonseca, 1985-2011 C013 / 7115
Shrimp farming, Fonseca, 1985-2011. Landsat satellite photographs of shrimp farming in the Gulf of Fonseca in 1985 (left), 1999 (centre) and 2011 (right)

A tin of black caviar with slices of bread and a spoon of mother-of-pearl to scoop up the precious eggs " Caviar et Prestige" Saint Sulpice et Cameyrac Entre-deux-Mers Bordeaux Gironde

Bamboo sticks for drying seaweed, East China Sea, Xiapu, Fujian, China

Fishing boat sailing through bamboo sticks for drying seaweed, East China Sea, Xiapu, Fujian, China

Seahorses (Hippocampus kuda), bred in captivity at Seahorse Ireland, the worlds first seahorse farm. This species is able to change colour and camouflage among surrounding structures

Seahorse (Hippocampus guttulatus), swimming underwater. This species is native to UK and European coasts. It is being bred at Seahorse Ireland, the worlds first seahorse farm

Seahorse (Hippocampus guttulatus), swimming underwater. This species is native to UK and European coasts. It is being bred at Seahorse Ireland, the worlds first seahorse farm

Sunfish hybrid (Lepomis macrochirus x gibbosus). This fish is a Bluegill and Pumpkinseed sunfish cross. Sunfish hybrids are bred in commercial fishing lakes to produce fish which combine desirable

Seahorse farm. Water tank containing seahorses (Hippocampus kuda) at Seahorse Ireland, the worlds first seahorse farm. The tanks contain circulating water and seahorses

Sturgeon farming in Russia
Sturgeon farming. Fertilised eggs in an incubator used to hatch sturgeon. The eggs take six to seven days to hatch. Sturgeon are hugely important to the economy of many parts of Russia

Kujaku Koi
Orange Kujaku variety Koi (Japanese: literally " brocaded carp" ), are ornamental domesticated varieties of the common carp (Cyprinus carpio)

Koi Carp pool
Hikarimuji variety Koi (Japanese: literally " brocaded carp" ), are ornamental domesticated varieties of the common carp (Cyprinus carpio)

Sanke Koi Carp pool
Red white and black sanke Variety Koi (Japanese: literally " brocaded carp" ), are ornamental domesticated varieties of the common carp (Cyprinus carpio)

Ginrin chagoi Ko
Orange ginrin chagoi variety Koi (Japanese: literally " brocaded carp" ), are ornamental domesticated varieties of the common carp (Cyprinus carpio)

Carp fishery, Israel
Carp fishery. School of carp (family Cyprinidae) in a pool at a fishery. Photographed at the Maagan Michael kibbutz, Coastal Plains, Israel

Growing algae for fish food. Nannochloropsis sp. algae (green) being grown at a fishery. Once grown the algae is used to feed fish. Photographed at the Maagan Michael kibbutz, Coastal Plains, Israel

Salmon farming in Sound of Mull off Isle of Mull, Scotland, UK
MAB-207 Salmon farming in Sound of Mull off Isle of Mull, Scotland, UK Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Salmon farm near Craignure, Isle of Mull, Scotland
MAB-206 Salmon farm near Craignure, Isle of Mull, Scotland Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

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Aquaculture, the practice of cultivating aquatic organisms for food and other valuable resources, has become increasingly important in meeting the growing global demand for seafood. One example is the school of large Atlantic bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus) kept captive in a growing pen. These magnificent creatures are carefully nurtured to ensure their optimal growth and health. In another aquaculture setting, thousands of Gilt-head bream (Sparus aurata) thrive inside sea cages specially designed for this purpose. The controlled environment allows farmers to monitor and manage their growth effectively. The Atlantic bluefin tuna can also be found within a tuna farm where around 1000 individuals are housed per net. This method enables efficient breeding and harvesting while ensuring sustainability. Moving away from fish farming, let's explore the enchanting oyster beds along France's Emerald Coast in Cancale. These beds stretch across picturesque landscapes, providing an ideal habitat for these prized shellfish. Venturing further east to Vietnam's Halong Bay, we encounter colorful fishing boats adorned with flags against a backdrop of stunning karst rocks. This vibrant scene showcases the rich fishing culture that thrives in this region. Fishing nets on rafts floating amidst Halong Bay's karst formations demonstrate how local fishermen utilize traditional methods to catch their bounty from these abundant waters. As day turns into dusk, Halong Bay transforms into a mesmerizing spectacle with oyster beds resembling snakes at sunset. The interplay between nature and human intervention creates breathtaking visuals that captivate all who witness them. Finally, as night falls over Halong Bay, oyster beds continue to glisten under moonlight—a testament to both nature's beauty and man's ingenuity in harnessing its resources sustainably. These captivating glimpses into aquaculture practices remind us of our interconnectedness with the ocean ecosystem. By responsibly managing these environments and embracing innovative techniques like aquaculture, we can ensure a bountiful and sustainable future for both marine life and humanity.