Seed production of Clown Fishes

Madhu, Rema and Madhu, K and Mohandas, M P and Abhilash, K S and Mohan, Mrudhula K and Harikrishna, N H and Issac, Manuel (2023) Seed production of Clown Fishes. In: Winter School on Mariculture Technologies for Income Multiplication, Employment, Livelihood and Empowerment. ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute, Kochi, pp. 220-231.

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Abstract

Ornamental fish production for the aquarium industry is a multimillion dollar industry in the world. Aquarium keeping is amongst the most popular of hobbies with millions of enthusiasts worldwide. Although most fish kept in aquariums are from freshwater, the acquisitions of marine ornamental fish has greatly increased in recent years and are also popularized through children’s movies by starring charismatic colorful fishes and other creatures. Recent advances in fish husbandry and aquarium gadgets and technology have further facilitated the hobby. The vast array of organisms that make up the generic ornamental aquarium fish trade is staggering. In India, marine ornamental fish trade is an emerging field during the last two decades and day by day the industry in advancing. As the industry is growing, it also foster additional sideline business such as aquarium making, aquatic plants and live food production, grow- out culture there by provide job opportunity and livelihood option.

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