Multiple choice

What is meant by the term pisciculture?

  1. Rearing of sheep

  2. Rearing of fish

  3. Rearing of cattle

  4. Vegetable cultivation

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Pisciculture derives from the Latin word 'pisces' meaning fish, and refers to the controlled breeding, rearing, and harvesting of fish in controlled environments like ponds, tanks, or cages. It is a subset of aquaculture and is distinct from animal husbandry (sheep/cattle rearing) or agriculture (vegetable cultivation).