Common Snook (Centropomus undecimalis) is widely distributed across the tropical Atlantic Coasts and has a significant economic impact. This review aims to assess the knowledge status of common snook, contributing significantly to the development of sustainable aquacultural practices. The review was conducted using Web of Science and Google Scholar to identify scientific articles analysing the biology

The stress‐coping ability (SCA) is one of the core aspects of fish welfare and is of vital importance for fish production in the aquaculture industry and for fish fitness in hatchery release. Environmental enrichment (EE), a method of introducing external stimuli into the husbandry environment, has been recently proposed to improve fish SCA, but the present experimental evidence is mixed, and the reasons

With the rising global demand for seafood and the challenges posed by overfishing and climate change, the aquaculture sector has become increasingly important in providing high‐quality protein for human consumption. Although traditional selection breeding programs have made great strides in genetic improvement of aquaculture species over the past decades, faster and more precise breeding tools, such

As an emerging contaminant, microplastics (MPs) are widely distributed in freshwater ecosystems and pose potential threats to aquatic organisms, attracting significant attention from both the scientific community and the general public. However, there is still uncertainty regarding the mechanisms of MPs transfer within aquatic biota and how particle size and food availability influence their transport

This research investigated the effects of glyphosate herbicide on golden apple snail (Pomacea canaliculata) eggs, focusing on hatching rates, morphological changes, and acetylcholinesterase (AChE) expression to explore its potential as a biomarker of exposure. Additionally, key bioactive components in golden apple snail eggs were characterized. The study demonstrated that glyphosate toxicity increased

Changes in population demographic structure can have tangible but unknown effects on management effectiveness. Fishery management of Pacific salmon is often informed by estimates of the number of spawners expected to produce maximum sustainable yield (SMSY), implicitly assuming that reproductive output per spawner does not change over time. However, many salmon populations have experienced long‐term

To achieve production goals, aquaculture often modifies the environments of farmed species, creating conditions that differ significantly from their natural habitats. These alterations can result in evolutionary mismatches, where traits that evolved to optimise survival and reproduction in the wild become maladaptive in farming settings. This can lead to a conflict between traits desired for farming

Pollution is a major global concern affecting biodiversity, particularly of freshwater species. Populations have developed mechanisms to deal with pollution, such as the chemical defensome, which is a set of genes involved in maintaining internal stability. Pollution significantly affects the Maipo River basin in Chile. This area is home to the endemic silverside fish Basilichthys microlepidotus, whose

Bisphenol A (BPA) is a widely found endocrine-disrupting chemical (EDC). Nanoplastics (NPs) represent a novel environmental pollutant, and the combined toxicity of these pollutants on the hepatopancreas of marine arthropods is understudied. To investigate the potential risks associated with co-exposure to BPA and NPs on the hepatopancreas, Portunus trituberculatus was treated with 100 μg/L BPA, 104

Phenanthrene (PHE) is a typical polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon compound that is ubiquitous in the environment and accumulates in aquatic products, thereby posing a risk to food safety. Oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPC) is widely distributed powerful antioxidants with potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. This study aimed to evaluate the alleviating effects of dietary OPC on oxidative

Aquatic foods (includes farmed or wild-caught fish, molluscs, crustaceans, miscellaneous aquatic invertebrates, and aquatic plants or seaweeds) represent a valuable source of essential dietary nutr...

Changes in water quality significantly shape fish behavior, a crucial index reflecting the growth and welfare status of fish. Given the centrality of this relationship to aquaculture practices, a comprehensive understanding of how water quality dynamics influence fish behavior is imperative. While there have been some summaries of the effects of water quality parameters on fish physiology and growth

Leptodactylus fuscus is a frog species widely distributed in the Neotropical region, occurring in several biomes, which makes it a potential biomonitor of environmental conditions. To advance the establishment of this species in this field, we developed a fibroblast-like cell line derived from the digits of the forelimbs (LFUfd) and evaluated its response to possible environmental stressors. An adult

The shrimp intestine harbors a microbiota that has pivotal roles for host's physiology. Imbalance of shrimp intestinal microbiota has been shown closely related to the occurrence of diseases. The morphological and biological features of the shrimp intestine are considered suboptimal for stable microbial colonization, making the intestinal microbiota composition highly susceptible to the impact of environmental

The utility of macrophytes in freshwater aquaculture is diverse. We review the benefits of macrophytes in aquaculture into broadly three useful perspectives: (i) Feeding, (ii) Bioremediation, and (iii) Symbiosis. Macrophytes are used as direct food by herbivores for their potential nutrient values with a maximal protein content of 35% (D/W basis) and as ingredients for fish feed preparation with optimal

Recent research efforts in endocrine disruption have focused on evaluating non-EATS (estrogen, androgen, thyroid, and steroidogenesis) pathways. Retinoid signaling disruption is noteworthy because of its teratogenic effects and environmental relevance. However, current environmental risk assessments are limited in their ability to evaluate impacts on individuals and populations. This study characterizes

Tadpoles, as early developmental stages of frogs, are vital indicators of toxicity and environmental health in ecosystems exposed to harmful organic compounds from industrial and runoff sources. Evaluating each compound individually is challenging, necessitating the use of in silico methods like Quantitative Structure Toxicity-Relationship (QSTR) and Quantitative Read-Across Structure-Activity Relationship

Microplastics are a novel pollutant that adversely affect freshwater benthic organisms. However, few studies have investigated the mechanism underlying the bioaccumulation and the toxicity of microplastics. In this study, microplastics bioaccumulation of wild Cipangopaludina chinensis in the Songhua River were utilized, and a 28-day aquatic toxicity test was performed to determine the effects of exposure

Chemical substances such as drugs pose a threat to the environment. One of the substances recorded in soil and water is chlortetracycline, an antibiotic used in veterinary medicine. Plants exposed to such xenobiotics show changes in the content of biogenic amines. An analytical technique - ion exchange chromatography is used to assess their content. The occurrence of these active compounds is used

Fishes inhabiting the mesopelagic zone of the world's oceans are estimated to account for the majority of the world's fish biomass. They have recently attracted new attention because they are part of the biological carbon pump and have been reconsidered as a contribution to food security. Hence, there is an urgent need to understand how environmental conditions and species interactions shape their

Contemporary research on ichthyological behavior predominantly investigates underwater environments. However, the intricate nature of aquatic ecosystems often hampers subaqueous observations of fish behavior due to interference. Transitioning the observational perspective from subaqueous to supra-aquatic enables a more direct assessment of fish physiology and habitat conditions. In this study, we utilized

Chloroxylenol (para‑chloro-meta-xylenol, PCMX), is a widely used antimicrobial agent and can remain in the aquatic environment. Although toxicity studies related to PCMX on the aquatic animals like zebrafish and Brachionus koreanus have been reported, there are few reports in the ecological risk of amphibians. In this study, the toxicity of different concentration (143, 14.3, 1.43 μg/L) of PCMX treatments

Billions of fishes are kept in captivity for research and food production world‐wide, with a strong impetus for maintaining high welfare standards. Accordingly, the importance of empirical research into the welfare and husbandry of captive fishes is increasingly acknowledged in both science and aquaculture, alongside growing public and governmental interest. Physical enrichment can have an important

The rising concern over heavy metals (HMs) and microplastics (MPs) pollution in marine ecosystems, primarily driven by anthropogenic activities, poses significant threats to ecological health. Understanding the combined exposure of HMs and MPs aids in toxicity assessment. In this study, we examined the combined effects of polystyrene microplastics (MPs) and iron (Fe) on oxidative stress, bioaccumulation

Ocean acidification (OA) and other environmental factors can collectively affect marine organisms. Deltamethrin (DM), a type II pyrethroid insecticide, has been widely detected in coastal and estuarine areas, while little attention has been given to the combined effects of DM and OA. In this study, Haliotis discus hannai was exposed to three pH levels (8.1, 7.7 and 7.4) and three DM nominal concentrations

After the COVID-19 pandemic, the use of quaternary ammonium compounds increased exponentially due to their efficacy as antimicrobials, stabilizers and disinfectants. Among these, Quaternium-15 is a preservative used in the formulation of a variety of personal care products. The increased use of this substance and the resulting persistence in wastewater treatment systems, which are unable to completely

Cortisone is a naturally occurring corticosteroid hormone known for its wide range of anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects, and it is commonly found in various aquatic environments. Previous reports have shown that cortisone can have significant negative impacts on fish; however, its specific effects on fish reproduction have not been thoroughly investigated. In this study, female adult

The toxic effects of ammonia exposure on Litopenaeus vannamei have been widely reported, including tissue damage, oxidative stress, and metabolic disorders, but the ability of L. vannamei to recover from ammonia damage is still unclear. To further understand the adaptation mechanism of L. vannamei to ammonia, this study explored the effects of ammonia exposure and recovery on histopathology, physiological

The prevalence of organic/chemical UV-filter compounds in aquatic ecosystems represents a growing environmental issue. The long-term toxicity risks of many UV-filters at environmentally relevant concentrations to aquatic biota are still less studied, especially in the case of invertebrates. This study was designed to evaluate the chronic toxicity of avobenzone (AVO), octocrylene (OCTO), and octinoxate

Azoxystrobin, a widely used fungicide, can contaminate water bodies through surface run-off, posing a risk to aquatic organisms. This study aimed to assess the genotoxic effects of azoxystrobin on the fish Pethia conchonius. The 96 h lethal concentration (LC50) of azoxystrobin was determined to be 0.514 mg/L. Based on LC50, three sub-lethal concentrations (SLCs) of 0.025 mg/L, 0.0514 mg/L, and 0.103

Communication about seaweed aquaculture has so far been dominated by its many socio‐economic and ecological advantages. A key risk of this ‘hype’ is the potential loss of support from communities affected by seaweed cultivation if reality fails to live up to expectations. This could have justice and equity implications for impacted communities, and undermine potential benefits for those communities

Biofilms are thought to be sinks for antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) and nanoparticles (NPs), however, studies on the interactions between NPs and ARGs in biofilms are limited. This study focused on the occurrence and regulatory mechanisms of ARGs during the formation of biofilms with continuous treatment of zero-valent silver nanoparticles (Ag0-NPs) and Ag ions at an environmental concentration

In recent years, psychoactive drugs such as benzodiazepines (BZDs) have been frequently detected in water environments, however, there is still limited understanding regarding their potential impact on neurological health and underlying mechanisms. This study evaluated the neurotoxicity of the typical BZD drug flunitrazepam (FLZ, 0.2 and 5 μg/L) in zebrafish embryos and adults, and investigated the

In recent decades, the decapod aquaculture industry has grown significantly in many parts of the world. Despite this progress, production levels still fall short of market demands, indicating a need for further efforts to increase the production. Investigations into the molecular mechanisms underlying embryonic development in decapods provide valuable insights into the complex embryonic development

With aquaculture intensification, improving feed intake in order to increase fish growth as well as to reduce production costs and environmental impacts assume a high importance. In this sense, probiotics and prebiotics' capacity to positively modulate animals' appetite is of high interest and has been the focus of several studies in mammals, while in fish these studies are scarce, and available information

Microplastics (MPs) colonized by pathogens pose significant risks to the environment and health of animals and humans, however, the strategies for pathogens colonization in MPs and the effects of its colonization on spread of pathogens have not been fully characterized. Here, we investigated the biofilm formation mechanism regulated by c-di-GMP in Hafnia paralvei Z11, and determined the effect of MPs

Daphnia magna (D. magna) is a model organism widely used in aquatic ecotoxicology research due to its sensitivity to environmental changes. The survival and reproduction rates of D. magna are easily affected by toxic environments. However, their small size, fragility, and transparency, especially in neonate stages, make them challenging to count accurately. Traditionally, counting adult and neonate

As an emerging pollutant frequently detected in aquatic ecosystems, the toxicity of N-(1,3-dimethylbutyl)-N’-phenyl-p-phenylenediamine-quinone (6PPD-quinone) on fish has been confirmed, but insight into the mechanisms underlying those adverse effects is still limited. Thus, we exposed zebrafish embryos to 6PPD-quinone at 0, 0.25, 2.5, and 25 μg/L until 120 h post-fertilization (hpf), and investigated

The threespine stickleback, Gasterosteus aculeatus, has undergone dramatic increases in abundance in parts of its historical native range, and it is also undergoing a major range expansion. We review available information and discuss the vectors and sources of the species' range expansions, the genetic characteristics of recently founded populations and the ecological consequences of both stickleback

As an alternative to perfluorooctane sulfonate, sodium p-perfluorous nonenoxybenzene sulfonate (OBS) has been widely used and caused ubiquitous water pollution. However, its toxicity to aquatic organisms is still not well known. Therefore, in this study, parental zebrafish were exposed to OBS at environmentally relevant concentrations from ∼ 2 h post-fertilization to 21 days post-fertilization (dpf)

Significant concerns have been raised by the widespread pollutants phoxim (PHO) and nanopolystyrene (NP) in the natural environment. This study evaluated the toxicity effects on the hepatopancreas of Eriocheir sinensis caused by NP and/or PHO at concentrations found in the environment. Subchronic exposure to NP and/or PHO triggered hepatopancreas histological damage within a 21-day exposure period

Silver (Ag) and cadmium (Cd) are non-essential metals that, as a result of natural processes and human activities, reach the aquatic environment where they interact with biota inducing potential toxic effects. To determine the biological effects of these metals on the endobenthic bivalve Scrobicularia plana, specimens were exposed to Ag and Cd at two concentrations, 5 and 50 μg∙L-1, for 7 days in a

Fibrous microplastics (FMPs), a unique class of microplastics, are increasingly recognized as a significant environmental threat due to their ubiquitous presence and potential risks to ecological and human health. This review provides a comprehensive overview of FMPs, including their sources, prevalence in various environmental media, and potential impacts. FMPs, which can be found in over 90 % of

Glyphosate, a commonly used herbicide, has been associated with environmental pollution and potential health risks to aquatic organisms. This study investigated the effects of glyphosate on the muscle metabolism of grass carp (Ctenopharyngodon idellus) following exposure to environmentally relevant concentrations. Over a 14-day exposure period to varying glyphosate levels, significant disruptions were

Pericardial edema – fluid accumulation within the pericardium – is a frequently observed malformation in zebrafish embryo-based chemical toxicity screens. We recently discovered that the severity of triphenyl phosphate (TPHP)-induced pericardial edema was dependent on the ionic strength of exposure media. TPHP is an aryl phosphate ester (APE) widely used as a plasticizer and flame retardant. APEs are

Biosafety is a central concern in Norwegian salmon farming, as diseases and parasites are common. Continued production depends on preventing and controlling diseases and parasites. A critical part of the farmed salmon's life is during smolt production and the following well‐boat transport out to sea. Biosafety here is thus essential, and there is a need for an overview of risk factors and measures

To meet growing fish demand, aquaculture must develop sustainable, cost‐effective, and high‐performance fish feed formulations for industry advancement. Plant‐based lipids are a viable alternative to forage fish ingredients in finfish diets. However, most plant‐derived lipids lack long‐chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LC‐PUFA) like EPA and DHA, which are nutritionally essential for fish. This review

Fisheries bycatch poses one of the most significant threats to sea turtles. Although various methodologies have been developed to mitigate sea turtle bycatch in swordfish and tuna longline fisheries, the effectiveness and interactions remain uncertain. In this study, we conducted a comprehensive meta‐analysis, encompassing 41 studies focused on sea turtles and 36 studies on tunas, swordfish and sharks

Glyphosate, a key ingredient in many herbicides, is increasingly present in aquatic systems due to agricultural runoff. High doses of glyphosate cause defects in organisms due to its ability to interfere with physiological processes as an endocrine disruptor. We used the mangrove rivulus fish (Kryptolebias marmoratus) to evaluate the effects of larval exposure to glyphosate on non-target species in

Tire wear particles (TWP) represent a distinctive form of microplastics (MPs) that are widely distributed in aquatic ecosystems. However, the toxicity of various types of TWP on phytoplankton remain to be further explored. Thus, three different TWPs originating from replaced bicycle, car, and electro-mobile tire (marked as BTWP, CTWP, and ETWP) were selected and their long-term biological influences

Experimental feeding trials are the foundation of research to advance aquaculture nutrition science and the aquafeed industry. In vivo feeding trials are resource-intensive activities and therefore...

A choice experiment was employed to assess the influence of various green marine aquaculture policies on motivating farmers to adopt environmentally friendly production practices. Five attributes—g...

In order to estimate the effects on aquatic organisms of long-term exposure to low doses of yttrium (Y) as a potential emerging contaminant, ecotoxicological and metabolomic data were collected on the model organism Daphnia magna, a keystone species in freshwater ecosystems. Following an initial acute toxicity assessment, a 21-day chronic exposure experiment was conducted using a sublethal concentration

The use of passive acoustic monitoring (PAM) has recently been integrated with other noninvasive ethological methodologies to enhance the understanding of shrimp feeding behaviour, as their mandibles emit click sounds during food intake. This review aims to compile recent advances and various applications of PAM in assessing shrimp feeding behaviour under controlled laboratory and farm conditions.

The microplastics (MPs) vector effect of environmental contaminants (such as polychlorinated biphenyls-PCBs) to organism tissues is currently one of the major concerns regarding MPs pollution in the marine environment. The relative importance of MPs as vectors for the bioaccumulation of contaminants to marine organisms compared to other naturally occurring particles has been poorly investigated and

Salicylate pollutants (SAs) poses a serious threat to marine ecosystems as emerging contaminants. However, the toxic effects of SAs on marine phytoplankton, as well as the potential mechanisms and their ecological risks linked with them, are remain largely unknown. In this study, we aimed to evaluate the toxic effects of salicylic acid (SA) and its 5-substituted derivatives (5-sSA) on the marine diatom

The production of nanoparticles (NPs) has recently become more prevalent owing to their numerous applications in the fast-growing nanotechnology industry. Although nanoparticles have growing applications, there is a significant concern over their environmental impact due to their inevitable release into the environment. With the increasing risk to aquatic organisms, D. magna and zebrafish (Danio rerio)

Microplastics (MPs) disturb the normal activity of aquatic organisms at different levels, causing physiological stress and altering feeding, growth, and reproduction. Alterations of epigenetic patterns due to exposure to MPs have scarcely been studied in invertebrates. In this study, Mytilus galloprovincialis mussels (N = 61) were intermittently exposed to different concentrations of pure polystyrene