Tilapias: Biology and Exploitation (Fish & Fisheries Series)

Mentioned within the Bible, pictured at the wall-friezes of old Egyptian tombs, and an issue of fascination for generations of scientists, the tilapias (Cichlidae: Tilapiini) have featured in the vitamin and tradition of humankind for millions of years. the current century has visible their unfold from Africa in the course of the tropics and sub-tropics, principally for nutrition and fisheries reasons.

Ecosystem Concepts for Sustainable Bivalve Mariculture

U. S. mariculture construction of bivalve molluscs-those cultivated within the marine environment-has approximately doubled during the last 25 years. even supposing mariculture operations may well extend the construction of seafood with no extra exploitation of untamed populations, they nonetheless rely on and impact usual ecosystems and environment companies.

Large Marine Ecosystems of the North Atlantic: Changing States and Sustainability

This is often the 1st booklet to supply tests of multidecadal adjustments in assets and environments of the big Marine Ecosystems (LMEs) of the North Atlantic. utilizing the case research procedure, researchers research the forces riding the adjustments and activities underway aimed toward turning the nook from declining developments in biomass yields, towards restoration of depleted species populations and enhancements in environment integrity.

Marine Biology (Botany, Zoology, Ecology and Evolution)

Marine Biology covers the fundamentals of marine biology with an international technique, utilizing examples from various areas and ecosystems around the world. This introductory, one-semester textual content is designed for non-majors. Authors Castro and Huber have made a distinct attempt to incorporate stable simple technology content material wanted in a common schooling direction, together with the elemental rules of biology, the actual sciences, and the clinical technique.