A Textbook of Aquaculture and Fisheries Resource

Contents: Preface. 1. Status of Indian Fisheries. 2. Cultivation System. 3. Site Selection of Fish Farm. 4. Pond Management. 5. Biology of Indian Major Carps and Exotic Carps. 6. Commercially Important Fish Culture. 7. Fish Food Organisms. 8. Reservoir Fisheries in India. 9. Types of Lakes. 10. Prominent lakes of India Subcontinent. 11. Riverine Fisheries in India. 12. Traditional Fishing Crafts and Gears Used in India. 13. Impact of Environmental Factors on Inland Fisheries. 14. Status of Ornamental Fisheries in India. 15. Wetlands and Their Importance. 16. Fisheries Management and Conservation Laws. Index.

The Textbook of Aquaculture and Fisheries Resource comprehensively analyses aquatic ecosystems as both a natural resource and a cultivated commodity. This text examines the complex interplay between human society and marine environments, exploring the sustainable management and utilization of fisheries resources while addressing the challenges and opportunities presented by aquaculture. This resource is invaluable for students, researchers, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking to understand and address the pressing issues facing the fisheries and aquaculture sectors.