Candidate Species for Florida Aquaculture series

Cortney L. Ohs, Jeffrey E. Hill, Sarah E. Wright, H. Mae Giddings, and Allison L. Durland Donahou

Arapaima Arapaima gigas, also known as paiche and pirarucu, is a large South American freshwater fish with unique biology, favorable aquaculture characteristics, and potential for production in south Florida. This publication provides Arapaima gigas biology, specific culture methods known for each stage of development, and information about diseases and parasites, markets, and the laws associated with this species to potential Florida producers.

Lena A. Donnarumma, Brittany J. Scharf, Jeffrey E. Hill, andCortney L. Ohs

The American horseshoe crab, Limulus polyphemus, is a member of the phylum Arthropoda, subphylum Chelicerata, and class Merostomata. Although there are four horseshoe crab species worldwide, the American horseshoe crab is primarily found in the Atlantic Ocean along the East Coast of North America. The species ranges from Maine to Mexico, but is absent between Texas in the United States and Tabasco in Mexico. They mainly inhabit estuarine areas; however, juveniles and adults can venture into the shallow oceanic environments. Embryo development occurs in the intertidal zone of sandy beaches. Sandy or muddy bottom habitats are necessary for burrowing and benthic feeding. This publication will cover their natural history, aquaculture techniques, common diseases, and their uses and markets.  

Victor J. Blanco Marquez, Cortney L. Ohs, Nicole Rhody, andRonald Hans

Almaco jack, Seriola rivoliana, is a perciform within the order Perciformes, family Carangidae; which includes jacks and pompanos. They are members of the genus Seriola, a species of interest for aquaculture diversification worldwide. Like other commercially farmed Seriola species, almaco jack (also known as longfin yellowtail and kampachi) are fast growers, have a high market value, and are increasingly well-regarded among chefs for their versatility in both cooked and raw preparations. These characteristics, among others, have made them favorable candidates for both land-based and offshore aquaculture.

R. LeRoy Creswell, Cortney L. Ohs, and Christian L. Miller

Christian L. Miller, Cortney L. Ohs, and R. LeRoy Creswell

E. J. Livengood, C. L. Ohs, and F. A. Chapman

Cortney L. Ohs and R. LeRoy Creswell

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet. Published by Aquaculture

Joshua T. Patterson, Cortney L. Ohs, andMatthew A. DiMaggio

Cortney L. Ohs, Christian L. Miller, andR. LeRoy Creswell

This publication describes these crosses between striped bass and white bass, commonly called sunshine bass and palmetto bass — geographical distribution and habitat, phases of production, pond, cage, and tank production, feeding, water quality, and marketing.

Eric J. Cassiano, Cortney L. Ohs, and Jeff E. Hill

Cortney L. Ohs, Scott W. Grabe, and Matthew A. DiMaggio

Kevin P. Barden, Matthew L. Wittenrich, and Eric J. Cassiano

Eric Cassiano and Kevin Barden