* Fish Life Cycle: This refers to the natural stages of a fish's life, from egg to adult. It includes:
* Egg: The fertilized egg stage where the embryo develops.
* Larva: The free-swimming stage after hatching, where the fish relies on yolk sac for nutrition.
* Fry: The stage after the yolk sac is absorbed, where the fish begins to actively feed.
* Juvenile: The growing stage where the fish develops its adult features.
* Adult: The mature stage where the fish can reproduce.
* Pisciculture: This is the practice of raising fish in controlled environments, such as ponds, tanks, or cages, for commercial purposes. It involves:
* Breeding: Selecting and managing fish for reproduction.
* Feeding: Providing controlled diets and supplements.
* Water Quality Management: Maintaining optimal water conditions.
* Harvesting: Collecting fish at the appropriate size and time.
In short:
* Fish Life Cycle: The natural process of a fish's life.
* Pisciculture: The human-managed process of raising fish for profit.
Think of it this way:
* The fish life cycle is like the natural story of a fish's journey.
* Pisciculture is like a farmer growing crops, but with fish instead of plants.