Fisheries and Aquaculture
Telangana Open School (TOSS) · Class 12 · Biology
Step-by-step guide to study Fisheries and Aquaculture in Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Biology. Topics to cover, practice strategy, and time allocation.
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What to Focus On
- Fisheries involve breeding, rearing, and harvesting of fish and other aquatic organisms.
- They include fish, crustaceans, molluscs, and seaweeds.
- India has a vast coastline of about 8,129 km, supporting large-scale marine fisheries.
- Freshwater fisheries are found in rivers, lakes, and ponds.
- Brackish water fisheries are located in estuaries and coastal lagoons.
- Marine fisheries are along the coast and contribute the most to fish production.
- Fish are rich in protein, vitamins A and D, and minerals.
- Fish liver oil is used medicinally.
- Fish oil is used in industries for soaps, paints, and margarine.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Aquaculture and fisheries mean the same thing—just catching fish from water.
Marine fisheries contribute equally from the east and west coasts of India.
Pisciculture means catching fish from natural water bodies like rivers and lakes.
Memory Tips
Three types of fisheries: Freshwater, Estuarine (Brackish), and Marine
Freshwater fish examples: Rohu, Catla, Mystus, Gourami, Gambusia
Marine fish examples: Mackerel, Sardine, Shark, Catfish
Estuarine fish: Pearl Spot, Milkfish, Mullet
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