Aquaculture Quiz: Production Systems Selection

Study Notes

Categorization of Aquaculture Production Systems

Based on purpose or function, aquaculture production systems can be categorized into extensive, semi-intensive, intensive, and super-intensive systems

Types of Aquaculture Production Systems

Extensive systems involve the use of natural or man-made bodies of water with minimal human intervention
Semi-intensive systems involve some human intervention, such as fertilization and predator control
Intensive systems involve high levels of human intervention, including regular water exchange and feeding
Super-intensive systems involve highly controlled environments with advanced technologies

Enclosed Aquaculture Systems

Enclosed systems involve the use of enclosures, pens, or cages in natural or man-made bodies of water
Examples include pen and cage aquaculture

Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS)

RAS involve water reconditioning, recirculation, and reuse to minimize water waste and reduce environmental impact

Levels of Input/Output and Management

Extensive systems involve the least intensive approach, with minimal human intervention and low inputs
Semi-intensive systems involve moderate levels of human intervention and inputs
Intensive systems involve high levels of human intervention and high inputs
Super-intensive systems involve highly controlled environments with advanced technologies and high inputs

Bottom or Off-Bottom Culture

Bottom or off-bottom culture involves the use of pole, rack, or long-line systems in aquaculture production

Pen and Cage Aquaculture

The main difference between pen and cage aquaculture is the size and shape of the enclosure
Pens are typically larger than cages and may be used for larger species or for species that require more space

Pond Aquaculture

The size and type of pond are determined by factors such as water availability, soil type, andspecies requirements
A main advantage of managing a large pond is that it is less susceptible to oxygen depletion

Mariculture Parks

The primary purpose of Mariculture Parks is to provide a controlled environment for marine species

Wave Height Estimation in Pond Aquaculture

Wave height (hw) is estimated using formulas that take into account factors such as wind speed, pond size, and water depth

Description

Test your knowledge of aquaculture production systems by selecting the appropriate categories for different purposes, culture conditions, and levels of input/output and management. Learn about the classifications based on water type, temperature, and levels of intensity.