APES Aquaculture

What is the primary purpose of aquaculture?

• To breed, rear, and harvest aquatic organisms

• To conserve endangered marine species

• To study marine life in natural habitats

• To explore the ocean floor

Which of the following is not a focus of aquaculture?

• Mining for oil

• Harvesting algae

• Breeding fish

• Rearing shellfish

Which species is commonly cultivated through fish farming?

• Whales

• Seahorses

• Tilapia

• Dolphins

What is a major benefit of mariculture?

• It is cost-effective and efficient

• It requires a lot of fuel

• It is highly labor-intensive

• It leads to significant habitat destruction

What makes mariculture distinct from other aquaculture methods?

• Exclusive use of freshwater

• Cultivation in open ocean enclosures

• Focus on mammalian species

• Use of terrestrial plants

How does aquaculture contribute to coastal communities?

• By promoting resilient communities

• By limiting access to marine resources

• By increasing pollution

• By reducing employment opportunities

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Why is aquaculture considered to have economic significance?

• It relies solely on wild catch

• It decreases seafood production

• It has no impact on coastal communities

• It contributes significantly to national totals

What is a significant drawback of high-density fish farming?

• Improved water clarity

• Decreased fish appetite

• Spread of diseases and parasites

• Increased oxygen levels in water

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What risk does aquaculture pose to native species?

• Decreased water temperatures

• Increased lifespan of native species

• Risk of invasive species outbreaks

• Enhanced biodiversity

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What is integrated multi-trophic aquaculture?

• A method to explore deep-sea ecosystems

• A traditional fishing technique

• A technique for single-species cultivation

• A sustainable approach utilizing waste nutrients

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