Sea Cucumbers: Aquaculture, Biology and Ecology

presents the latest scientific research on sea cucumbers and their ecological and nutritional benefits. This practical reference helps professionals and students understand basic biology and farming methods by presenting the basic knowledge needed to not only promote aquaculture and fisheries management in different environments, but to also improve the management of sea cucumber health and successful aquaculture operations.

Information in this book includes a variety of sea cucumber species, population status, aquaculture development, and the explored benefits of sea cucumbers in unique regions, including Egypt, Turkey, Iran and Arabian countries of the Persian Gulf.

Key Topics Covered

• Recent literature surrounding the biology and ecology of sea cucumbers
• Medicinal and pharmaceutical values of sea cucumbers
• Advantages of developing sea cucumber farming as a viable aquaculture enterprise
• Practical case studies of sea cucumber aquaculture