The Environmental Impact of Shrimp Aquaculture: Causes, Effects, and Mitigating Alternatives

摘要

Attracted by the demand for shrimp in the developed countries, shrimp aquaculture has expanded rapidly, mainly in the subtropical and tropical lowlands and America and Asia. This work provides a global review and Viewpoint on the environmental impacts of shrimp aquacul- Ture, considering the causes and effects of the siting and Operation of shrimp ponds and abandonment of farm facili- Ties. Additionally, mitigating alternatives are discussed.