Flatfish are amongst the most economically important species in the fisheries and aquaculture industries today. Species ranging from flounder to turbot serve as a source of healthy protein, popular recreational sport fish, and important model organism in laboratory settings. The demand for flatfish both in culture and will population continues to increase.
Practical Flatfish Culture and Stock Enhancement open with a seriesof detailed, species-specific chapter that look at the unique biological and culture demands of some of the world’s most popular flatfish species. Additional chapters on disease management, behavior, and the use of flatfish in laboratory provide more detailed informationon these important topic. Practical Flatfish Culture and Stock Enhancement comprehensively cover the subject of culture and stock enhancement.