Alternative Feeds for Aquatic Animals
A special issue of Fishes (ISSN 2410-3888). This special issue belongs to the section "Nutrition and Feeding".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 July 2025 | Viewed by 1438
Special Issue Editors
Interests: eco-friendly diets; fish nutrition and health; feed ingredient; nutritive value; nutrient requirement
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Modern aquaculture follows global guidelines for environmentally friendly ways to turn non-human edible feedstuffs into high-quality protein for people to eat, helping the growth of ornamental species and bringing back wild aquatic animal populations. Nevertheless, the limited nature of conventional feed ingredients, such as fish meal and fish oil, as well as their economic and environmental impacts, has underscored the urgent need for sustainable ingredients. This Special Issue, "Alternative Feeds for Aquatic Animals", explores innovative solutions that enhance sustainability, reduce dependence on traditional feed ingredients, and improve aquaculture efficiency. The focus encompasses plant-based proteins, insect meals, single-cell proteins, algae, and industrial by-products, among others. Contributions address the nutritional quality, digestibility, growth performance, health impacts, and environmental footprints of alternative feeds. Special attention is given to the implications of these feeds on gut microbiota, immune responses, and product flesh quality in aquatic species. By bringing together the latest research, this Special Issue aims to promote sustainable aquaculture practices that protect the sector's economy and the environment and improve food security worldwide.
Dr. Wilson Massamitu Furuya
Guest Editor
Dr. Thais Pereira Da Cruz
Guest Editor Assistant
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Keywords
- alternative feeds
- aquatic animal health
- environmental footprints
- fish meal and fish oil alternatives
- food security
- functional feeds
- nutritive value
- plant-based proteins
- sustainable aquaculture
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