Overview
Captive fishing (also known as fish farming) is a method of raising aquatic species in a confined, controlled environment where the fish are provided with all the resources and protection they require to grow and develop. This includes the provision of food, oxygen and temperature, as well as the prevention of predators and diseases. Captive fishing provides a sustainable way to meet the increasing demand for seafood, while ensuring that wild fish stocks are not over harvested. It also reduces the environmental impact associated with commercial fishing, including overfishing, net debris and by-catch. In addition, captive fishing can be used to breed disease-resistant and faster-growing fish species, as well as to create habitats for conservation purposes.