Freshwater Prawn Aquaculture

Dear Colleagues,

Freshwater prawn (FWP) refers primarily to caridean crustaceans that spend at least the postlarval phase in freshwater. Several species are exploited by fisheries and aquaculture. Most of the FWPs used in aquaculture belong to the genus Macrobrachium. They are low-trophic species of crustaceans that can be farmed in almost all aquaculture systems in monoculture or in co-culture. They have a special role in integrated multitrophic aquaculture (IMTA) systems, restorative aquaculture, and nutrient-sensitive aquaculture. There is a huge potential for the international expansion of FWP culture worldwide. Research should be conducted to improve the culture of these species in different countries, using the principles of a circular bioeconomy. This will support technologies to meet the sustainable development goals (SDGs) of Agenda 2030.

Although the culture of freshwater prawn has been described in a number of international review papers, books, and book chapters, there are many gaps in the knowledge that need to be filled. This Special Issue aims to publish high-quality research on innovative aquaculture systems using FWPs in each of the four culture phases: reproduction, larviculture, nursery, and grow-out. Studies on the monoculture and co-culture of any other terrestrial or aquatic species are welcomed. In addition,  studies focused on all value chain elements of aquaculture are appropriate, including processing, trade, and market. We welcome the submissions of original research articles or short communications and reviews.

Dr. Patricia Moraes-Valenti
Guest Editor

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• prawn
• freshwater shrimp
• macrobrachium
• palaemonidae
• low-trophic aquaculture