Spawning performance of domesticated penaeids in commercial hatcheries and possible impacts of eyestalk-ablation ban on postlarvae production
March 2026
Sustainable development of the global shrimp industry relies on not only consistent supplies of domesticated broodstock, but also their commercially viable spawning performance. In this study we collected...
Isolation and identification of the pathogen in a case of Takifugu rubripes coinfected with parasites and bacteria
March 2026
In August 2023, a significant outbreak occurred at a puffer fish farm in Dandong, Liaoning, China, affecting a large number of Takifugu rubripes. The affected fish displayed symptoms including fin ulcers...
Dynamic shifts of intestinal microbiota during sex reversal in swamp eels (Monopterus albus)
March 2026
Many aquatic animals undergo sex changes during their lifetime. Swamp eels (Monopterus albus) are typically protogynous freshwater fish, widely cultured in Asia. However, the impact of the sex transformation...
Evaluation of flesh quality and antioxidant responses in grow-out largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides) with novel protein substitutes
March 2026
The present research evaluated the impact of various novel protein sources, including Tenebrio molitor (TM), cottonseed protein concentrate (CSM), Clostridium autoethanogenum (CAP), and Chlorella vulgaris...
Fishery products consumption: Evidence of persistence and trends in 25 OECD countries
March 2026
Given the nutritional relevance and health benefits of fishery products consumption, this article examines the statistical properties of fishery products consumption in 25 OECD countries from 1961 to...
Genetic diversity and population structure of different red swamp crayfish (Procambarus clarkii) populations across the north and south of China
March 2026
The red swamp crayfish, Procambarus clarkii, has become one of the most important freshwater aquaculture species in China. The crayfish culture extends from the middle and lower areas of Yangtze River...
Meat yield prediction of the red swamp crayfish Procambarus clarkii based on machine learning
March 2026
Meat yield is a complex and economically significant trait for the red swamp crayfish Procambarus clarkii. Identifying the most suitable weight range for market readiness and establishing an integrated...
Cadmium-induced disruption of monoaminergic signaling and motor behavior in developing zebrafish
March 2026
Cadmium (Cd) is a widespread environmental pollutant known for its neurotoxic and endocrine-disrupting effects, yet its impact on early vertebrate development remains incompletely understood. This study...
Evaluating feeding strategies to improve growth and profitability in carp fattening
March 2026
Rising feed costs and increasing climate variability, especially in drought-prone areas, threaten the sustainability of carp fattening practices in Bangladesh. This study aimed to evaluate cost-effective...
Effects of salinities on the growth performance, muscle's flavor and transcriptomic responses in yellowfin seabream (Acanthopagruslatus)
March 2026
Yellowfin seabream (Acanthopagrus latus) is a euryhaline fish species of significant economic importance, and salinity, as one of important ecological factors, widely affects its growth, metabolism,...
Research on the molecular mechanisms of crucian carp adaptation to eutrophication
March 2026
Eutrophication significantly impacts on aquatic ecosystems. The accumulation of nutrients such as nitrogen and phosphorus in water bodies leads to a series of ecological problems, including water quality...
Machine learning for extracting morphological phenotypic traits and estimating weight in largemouth bass
March 2026
The acquisition of phenotypic data is fundamental for the genetic breeding of aquatic animals. To enhance the efficiency of obtaining phenotypic data for largemouth bass (LMB), we developed a phenotype...
Design of a biplane hyper-efficiency trawl door (HETD) through structure optimization
March 2026
Based on the developed biplane hyper-lift trawl door (HLTD), a structure optimization approach integrating a radial basis function neural network, a multi-objective genetic algorithm, and computational...
Climate-smart aquaculture: Innovations and challenges in mitigating climate change impacts on fisheries and coastal agriculture
March 2026
This review examines the integration of climate-smart aquaculture (CSAq) as a strategy to enhance the resilience and sustainability of global aquaculture and coastal agriculture in the face of climate...
Natural antioxidants to extend the shelf-life of seafood: A mini review
March 2026
Seafood products are particularly perishable due to their biological content, and changes in odour, taste, and texture in the products are noticed after harvest. Consequently, steps to protect the commodity...
Dynamic expression and regulation of corticotropin-releasing hormone and urotensin I during metamorphosis of olive flounder Paralichthys olivaceus
March 2026
Corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH) and Urotensin I (UI) are considered as key players of adaptive physiology. In vertebrates, the role of thyroid hormones (THs) in triggering metamorphosis through...
Immune responses and survival of Ruditapes philippinarum under salinity stress and Vibrio anguillarum challenge
March 2026
Salinity is one of the important factors affecting the immune function of aquatic animals, and Vibrio anguillarum is one of the most important pathogens in aquaculture industry. In this study, we investigated...
Effects of dietary umami taste stimulator on appetite, growth, antioxidant capacity, intestinal histology and target of rapamycin pathway related genes’ expression in largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides) fed a high plant protein diet
January 2026
The present study investigated the potential effects of an umami taste stimulator (UTS) on largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides) fed a high plant protein diet. Two isonitrogenous and isolipidic diets...
Effects of climate change-induced temperature rise on crustacean aquaculture: A comprehensive review
January 2026
Global warming, as a key driver of climate change, is accelerating water temperature rise, with significant implications for aquatic ecosystems. Temperature, a critical abiotic factor, directly affects...
Comparative study of the histology and Micro-CT scan of the goldfish hood
January 2026
The hood (also known as head growth or wen) is a distinctive feature of goldfish characterized by skin tissue proliferation. The classification of goldfish hood types and the study of the underlying...
Influence of vertical structure of water temperature on the spatial and temporal distribution of the Sthenoteuthis oualaniensis fishery in the Northwest Indian Ocean
January 2026
Sthenoteuthis oualaniensis, a commercially important cephalopod in China, exhibits distinct diurnal vertical movements and thrives in warm waters. We investigated the relationship between seawater temperature...
Decoding feed efficiency: Liver and intestinal transcriptomics in Larimichthys crocea fed a fishmeal-free diet
January 2026
Feed efficiency (FE) is a key indicator of an animal's ability to convert feed into growth, directly impacting production costs and sustainability in aquaculture. This study aimed to explore the liver...
Altered bacterial-fungal balance in the intestine of bullfrogs (Rana catesbeiana) with enteritis
January 2026
The present study aimed to elucidate the relationship between gut microbiota composition and enteritis in bullfrogs, which is a species of significant economic value in aquaculture. By comparing the...
Profit or Loss? Delving into the cost-benefit dynamics of characteristic freshwater fish aquaculture in China
January 2026
With the rapid development of China's economy, the living quality and consumption levels of people have continuously improved. As a result, freshwater fish aquaculture has emerged as an important means...