Cleaner Fish: Biology, Rearing and Farm Deployment
This course trains aquaculture professionals in cleaner fish use for sea lice control, focusing on health, welfare, and deployment.
£474.00
About this course
This 12-module course equips aquaculture technicians and farm managers with essential knowledge on cleaner fish use for sea lice control, focusing on health and welfare, rearing and deployment of wrasse and lumpfish, and the economic and global outlook of cleaner fish in aquaculture.
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR
- Lumpfish husbandy technicians
- Wrasse husbandry technicians
- Professional involved in the cleaner fish industry including transport and fishing
- Farm managers
COURSE CONTENT
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Sea Lice: Biology and Treatment: Covers the life cycle, biology, and control methods of sea lice, and the role of cleaner fish in Integrated Pest Management (IPM).
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Wrasse Species: Introduces the biology, habitats, and behavior of five wrasse species.
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Rearing Ballan Wrasse: Focuses on the rearing cycle and farming practices of ballan wrasse.
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Wrasse Deployment: Provides procedures for deploying wrasse in salmon pens.
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Biology of Lumpfish: Explores the biology, behavior, and suitability of lumpfish as cleaner fish.
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Lumpfish Rearing: Details the stages and challenges of rearing lumpfish.
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Lumpfish Health and Welfare: Covers health issues, diseases, welfare, and transport practices.
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Lumpfish Deployment: Discusses optimal stocking environments and management practices.
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Cleaner Fish Worldwide: Examines cleaner fish use in different countries and global expansion potential.
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Cleaner Fish Business: Provides an overview of research, economics, and future prospects.
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Concluding Module: Summarizes key issues and identifies research opportunities in cleaner fish rearing and deployment.
YOUR NEW SKILLS
- Sea Lice Management – Understand sea lice biology, life cycle, and control methods, including Integrated Pest Management (IPM).
- Cleaner Fish Identification – Recognize key wrasse and lumpfish species used in aquaculture.
- Rearing Practices – Learn best practices for breeding, rearing, and farming ballan wrasse and lumpfish.
- Fish Deployment Techniques – Master procedures for introducing and managing cleaner fish in salmon pens.
- Health & Welfare Management – Identify diseases, health risks, and welfare best practices for lumpfish and wrasse.
- Transport & Handling – Develop skills for safe cleaner fish transport and handling procedures.
- Aquaculture System Optimization – Understand ideal stocking environments and management strategies for cleaner fish.
- Global Cleaner Fish Practices – Explore cleaner fish use worldwide and emerging trends.
WHEN CAN I START
This online course is self-paced, which means you can start it anytime and go through the material at your own speed.
WHAT DO I NEED TO START THE COURSE
To start the course, you'll need internet access and a mobile, laptop, computer, or tablet. This course is designed for mobile phones, so you'll have a better learning experience using a mobile. Use Chrome, Edge, Firefox, or Safari for the best results.
DO I GET A CERTIFICATE
Yes, once you complete the 12 modules, you will get a certificate in your Achievements area.