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Advances in Bivalve Aquaculture

A special issue of Fishes (ISSN 2410-3888). This special issue belongs to the section "Sustainable Aquaculture".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2025 | Viewed by 3209

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Dr. Zhaoshou Ran

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School of Marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315211, China
Interests: polyunsaturated fatty acids; lipids; nutrition; microalgae; shellfish
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Dr. Xiaolong Gao

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State Key Laboratory of Marine Environmental Science, College of Ocean and Earth Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen, China
Interests: shellfish; light; biological rhythms; behavior; aquaculture
Dr. Sheng Liu

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Institute of Mariculture Breeding and Seed Industry, Zhejiang Wanli University, Ningbo, China
Interests: mollusk; genetic variation; molecular genetics; breeding; aquaculture
Dr. Xueshu Zhang

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College of Fisheries and Life Science, Dalian Ocean University, Dalian, China
Interests: fish and shellfish immunology; neuroendocrine immunology; marine animal physiology; stress physiology

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Bivalves are important aquaculture species worldwide, with significant economic, nutritional, and environmental benefits. There is great potential for the development of the bivalve aquaculture industry. Efficiency, intensiveness, and quality are the key directions for the development of bivalve aquaculture.

Bivalve aquaculture mainly involves aspects such as nutritional requirements and quality, disease prevention and control, immunity, genetic improvement and breeding, and the construction and improvement of aquaculture models. This Special Issue “Advances in Bivalve Aquaculture” welcomes research involved in, but not limited to, the areas mentioned above, aiming to provide a platform for academic exchanges to promote the quality and efficiency of the bivalve industry. We warmly welcome colleagues to contribute to this topic.

Dr. Zhaoshou Ran
Dr. Xiaolong Gao
Dr. Sheng Liu
Dr. Xueshu Zhang
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • nutrients
  • behavior
  • breeding
  • immunology
  • feed
  • fatty acids
  • disease
  • molecular genetics

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Influence of Microstructure of Substrate Surface on the Attachment of Juvenile Mussels
by Wenjie Wu and Andrew G. Jeffs
Fishes 2025, 10(3), 135; https://doi.org/10.3390/fishes10030135 - 20 Mar 2025
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The morphological characteristics and surface roughness of substrata can significantly affect the settlement behaviour of planktonic larvae and the post-settlement survival of benthic organisms, such as mussels. Despite widespread recognition of these effects on ecological and aquaculture processes, species-specific complexities and limited research [...] Read more.
The morphological characteristics and surface roughness of substrata can significantly affect the settlement behaviour of planktonic larvae and the post-settlement survival of benthic organisms, such as mussels. Despite widespread recognition of these effects on ecological and aquaculture processes, species-specific complexities and limited research hinder a comprehensive understanding of the phenomenon and the potential to harness its application. In this study, the settlement of juvenile green-lipped mussels (Perna canaliculus; 0.32–3.59 mm shell length) on 42 different custom-designed artificial substrata with varied branch widths and surface microstructures were compared. Mussels smaller than 0.99 mm in shell length exhibited a clear preference for substrates with a thinner branch width (1.6 mm), wider roughness width (3.2 mm), and shorter roughness height (0.4 mm) on both V-shaped and squared-shaped surface microstructures. In contrast, for mussels larger than 1 mm, only the branch width of artificial substrata significantly influenced mussel attachment, while millimetre-scale surface features had no measurable effect. These findings indicate that, at the millimetre scale, the attachment of mussels > 1 mm does not conform to the surface contact theory, which proposes that settling organisms prefer substrates with microstructures that maximize their surface contact. Overall, a thinner branch width consistently yielded higher attachment densities, underscoring its dominant role. Our results reveal significant opportunities for optimizing the design of artificial substrata in mussel aquaculture, such as spat catching and nursery ropes, potentially improving seed collection efficiency and reducing the subsequent loss of seed mussels during their culture on mussel farms. Full article
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The Combined Effects of Cadmium and Microplastic Mixtures on the Digestion, Energy Metabolism, Oxidative Stress Regulation, Immune Function, and Metabolomes in the Pearl Oyster (Pinctada fucata martensii)
by Jiaying Yao, Zixin Gao, Zhixiang Wang, Zhanbo Ge, Yujing Lin, Luomin Huang, Jiaen Liu, Heqi Zou, Chuangye Yang, Robert Mkuye and Yuewen Deng
Fishes 2025, 10(3), 133; https://doi.org/10.3390/fishes10030133 - 18 Mar 2025
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The accumulation of cadmium (Cd) and microplastics (MPs) can have major deleterious effects on the health of marine ecosystems and organisms, including the pearl oyster Pinctada fucata martensii. Here, we characterized the effects of Cd and MPs on key biochemical parameters of [...] Read more.
The accumulation of cadmium (Cd) and microplastics (MPs) can have major deleterious effects on the health of marine ecosystems and organisms, including the pearl oyster Pinctada fucata martensii. Here, we characterized the effects of Cd and MPs on key biochemical parameters of P. f. martensii via an experiment with various treatments. Pearl oysters were exposed to either only Cd (5 or 50 μg/L), only MPs (5 mg/L), or both Cd and MPs for 2 d, and this was followed by a 5-day recovery period. Measurements of the activities of lipase, amylase, protease, T-ATPase, catalase, glutathione peroxidase, acid phosphatase, and alkaline phosphatase enzymes, as well as the malondialdehyde content in the hepatopancreas, were made at various time points during the experiment. Metabolomics analysis of the gills was also performed. Significant interactions between time and treatment on lipase, protease, and catalase activities were observed. However, no significant effect of time–treatment interactions on amylase and T-ATPase activities was observed. Enzyme activities varied among groups both during the exposure period (6 to 48 h) and the recovery period. The malondialdehyde content was also increased throughout the experiment. Pathway analysis indicated that the purine metabolism, glycerophospholipid metabolism, nucleotide metabolism, arachidonic acid metabolism, neuroactive ligand–receptor interaction, and linoleic acid metabolism pathways were the most commonly affected under different treatments. The findings of our study revealed the differential effects of exposure time and treatment on enzyme activities and metabolites and their respective pathways. Our findings enhance our understanding of the biochemical responses of the pearl oyster P. f. martensii to environmental stressors, particularly Cd and MPs. Full article
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Morphological Trait Correlations and Nutrient Compositions of the Japanese Moon Scallop Ylistrum japonicum in China
by Yaoyu Xie, Yida Han, Menghao Jia, Linxuan Cai, Bin Zhao, Yaqing Chang and Ying Tian
Fishes 2025, 10(2), 45; https://doi.org/10.3390/fishes10020045 - 26 Jan 2025
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The Ylistrum japonicum is a scallop of commercial significance, renowned for its capacity to undertake long-distance swimming. A total of 150 individuals were collected to explore the connections between morphological traits and quality traits and to determine the nutritional components of the adductor [...] Read more.
The Ylistrum japonicum is a scallop of commercial significance, renowned for its capacity to undertake long-distance swimming. A total of 150 individuals were collected to explore the connections between morphological traits and quality traits and to determine the nutritional components of the adductor muscle. The results showed a robust positive correlation between morphological traits and quality traits, with certain variations in the intensity of the correlation depending on gender. For both female and male individuals, the most significant factor directly influencing the quality traits was shell width, and shell length had the greatest indirect influence on the individual quality traits. The nutritional results of the adductor muscle of Y. japonicum showed that the moisture content was 80.17%, the ash content was 1.43%, the protein content was 16.93%, the fat content was 0.67%, and the carbohydrate content was 0.80%. Furthermore, a total of 17 amino acids and a total of 23 fatty acids were detected. The study’s findings contribute to the understanding of the quality traits and nutritional value of Y. japonicum, laying a basis for the development of selective breeding strategies aimed at boosting the species’ aquaculture potential. Full article
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Analysis of the Polyculture Model of the Bivalves Anadara broughtonii and Chlamys farreri in Suspension Cages in Shallow Seas
by Chunnuan Zhao, Liqun Ren, Shuai Xu, Yuping Wu, Haiying Han, Bo Li, Yanxin Zheng, Yang Chen, Xiwen Wang, Nini Fan, Junjie Li, Chaoyi Xie, Shuai Cai and Tao Yu
Fishes 2024, 9(10), 413; https://doi.org/10.3390/fishes9100413 - 17 Oct 2024
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This study examined the survival rates of Anadara broughtonii and Chlamys farreri with varying heights throughout winter and summer aquaculture periods under varying ratios of mixed-culture conditions in marine environments. The aim was to assess the viability and economic advantages of mixed-culture practices [...] Read more.
This study examined the survival rates of Anadara broughtonii and Chlamys farreri with varying heights throughout winter and summer aquaculture periods under varying ratios of mixed-culture conditions in marine environments. The aim was to assess the viability and economic advantages of mixed-culture practices among different bivalve species. Results indicate that the winter (from December to February of the following year) mortality rate for A. broughtonii in mixed culture ranges from 12.04% to 16.85%, markedly lower than in single-species cultures. Mixed-culture A. broughtonii measuring 2.5–4.0 cm exhibit a significantly reduced summer (from July to September) mortality rate compared to those in single-species cultures (p < 0.05). No significant mortality difference was observed between the monoculture and polyculture of C. farreri. Growth rates of C. farreri and A. broughtonii showed no significant differences between monoculture and polyculture conditions. The optimal size for combining two different species of bivalves is 2.5 cm, with a 1:1 ratio being the most effective. An equal number of seedlings were cultivated across various seawater aquaculture systems for a period of one year. The survival rates of monoculture seedlings of Anadara broughtonii and Chlamys farreri were 60.34% and 86.55%, respectively. In contrast, polyculture seedlings exhibited higher survival rates after one year of mariculture, with Anadara broughtonii at 73.36% and Chlamys farreri at 89.74%. The polyculture of A. broughtonii and C. farreri in suspension cages demonstrates a favorable input–output ratio of 1:2.02. This approach effectively reduces winter and summer mortality rates of A. broughtonii, representing an efficient new method for marine bivalve aquaculture. Full article
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Discovery of Methyl-End Desaturases in Razor Clam Sinonovacula constricta (Lamarck 1818) and Their Spatio-Temporal Expression
by Xinyi Chen, Xiang Fang, Dongzi Yang, Jilin Xu and Zhaoshou Ran
Fishes 2024, 9(9), 359; https://doi.org/10.3390/fishes9090359 - 13 Sep 2024
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Clarifying the biosynthetic pathway of the long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LC-PUFA) of Sinonovacula constricta is essential for utilizing its LC-PUFA resources. Methyl-end (or “ωx”) desaturases are the rate-limiting enzymes in LC-PUFA biosynthesis, catalyzing the conversion of oleic acid to linoleic acid (LA) or [...] Read more.
Clarifying the biosynthetic pathway of the long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LC-PUFA) of Sinonovacula constricta is essential for utilizing its LC-PUFA resources. Methyl-end (or “ωx”) desaturases are the rate-limiting enzymes in LC-PUFA biosynthesis, catalyzing the conversion of oleic acid to linoleic acid (LA) or LA to α-linolenic acid. However, their presence in S. constricta remains uncertain. Herein, we identified two ωx desaturase-like genes within the S. constricta genome, both located on the ninth chromosome possibly due to genome duplication. These genes exhibited nearly identical sequences, differing by only one amino acid, and each encodes a 354-residue peptide with typical ωx desaturase characteristics. Phylogenetic analysis grouped these putative ωx desaturases with similar enzymes from other invertebrates. However, when heterologously expressed in yeast, they exhibited no detectable desaturation activity. This suggests either non-functionality in yeast or extremely subtle desaturation abilities. Additionally, both genes displayed the highest expression in the inhalant siphon rather than in digestive tissues and exhibited relatively high expression throughout the development stages of S. constricta, except in zygotes. These findings suggest potential in vivo functional roles for these ωx desaturases in S. constricta. Collectively, these results significantly enrich our understanding of the repertoire of LC-PUFA biosynthetic enzymes in this important bivalve species. Full article
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