**Meet the editor**

Dr. Barbara Sladonja graduated biology from the Faculty of Science, University of Zagreb (Croatia). She has PhD in aquaculture obtained from the University consortium of Firenze, Pisa and Udine (Italy). She has acted in research in several Universities in Italy and Israel. During the specialization in Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM) she has participated in activities of

training in Turkey, Malta and Italy. Dr. Sladjona has been a project leader on several scientific projects, published more then 70 scientific publications and participated as scientific and organizational board member of international congresses as well as the editor of congress books. Since 2008, she has worked at the Institute of Agriculture and Tourism in Poreč, Croatia as a researcher. She is also active in natural protected areas management, especially marine activities in public institution Natura Histrica, Croatia. Her recent research interests are ICZM, aquaculture and agriculture in the Mediterranean area. One of her major concerns other than research is the education and involvement of new generations in environmental issues.

Contents

**Preface IX** 

**Part 1 Sensitive Ecosystems: Mangroves, Lagoons, Reefs 1** 

Giovanni Malagrino and Alfredo Ortega-Rubio

Arturo Ruiz-Luna and Rafael Hernández-Guzmán

Chapter 4 **Manila Clam (***Tapes philippinarum* **Adams & Reeve, 1852)** 

**(Northern Adriatic Sea, Italy): Socio-Economic and Environmental Pathway of a Shell Farm 51**  Barbara Sladonja, Nicola Bettoso, Aurelio Zentilin, Francesco Tamberlich and Alessandro Acquavita

**Brackish-Water Pond Areas in the Philippines 31** 

Chapter 2 **Impact of Shrimp Farming on Mangrove Forest** 

Maricar S. Samson and Rene N. Rollon

**in the Lagoon of Marano and Grado** 

**Hydrodynamics of an Artificial Reef 79**  Yan Liu, Guohai Dong, Yunpeng Zhao, Changtao Guan and Yucheng Li

Salud Deudero, Ariadna Tor, Carme Alomar,

Chapter 6 **Integrated Multitrophic Aquaculture: Filter Feeders Bivalves as Efficient Reducers of Wastes Derived from Coastal Aquaculture Assessed with Stable Isotope Analyses 103** 

José Maria Valencia, Piluca Sarriera and Andreu Blanco

César Alejandro Berlanga-Robles,

Chapter 3 **Mangrove Revegetation Potentials of** 

Chapter 5 **The Investigation of the** 

**Part 2 Water Management 101** 

Magdalena Lagunas-Vazques,

Chapter 1 **Aquaculture and Environmental Protection in the Prioritary Mangrove Ecosystem of Baja California Peninsula 3** 

**and Other Coastal Wetlands: The Case of Mexico 17** 

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Chapter 8 **Efficacy of Pilot-Scale Wastewater Treatment upon a Commercial Recirculating Aquaculture Facility Effluent 141**  Simonel Sandu, Brian Brazil and Eric Hallerman

#### **Part 3 Energy, Metals and Instructive Case Study 159**


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Sustainable aquaculture requires an expertise in and an understanding of natural processes in aquatic ecosystems. Combining aquaculture and natural preservation is not only a theoretical consideration from the ecological point of view, but a basic assumption in the development of sustainable aquaculture practices respectful of the hosting environment. It is clear that there would be no aquaculture without healthy aquatic systems, but several case studies, presented here demonstrate that aquaculture activities, when conducted wisely and sustainably can help environmental preservation. However, sustainability is a very complex issue and the authors of this bookpresent a series of case studies in the field, showcasing past practical experiences and giving importance to highlighting good practice, illustrating the consequences of bad practices as well as proposing solutions. These case studies are highly instructive and should assist in disseminating good practice while possibly avoiding repetition of erroneous practices in other production areas or species.

This book is organized in three sections: Sensitive Ecosystems: mangroves, lagoons and reefs; Water Management; Energy, metals and instructive case study.

The first section highlights the impact and the interactions of aquaculture on sensitive ecosystems like mangroves, lagoons and reefs. Chapters include several case studies from Philippines, Mexico, Italy and China. Authors demonstrate that aquaculture and sensitive ecosystems are not necessarily incompatible. Scientific knowledge can help to create effective conservation programs and sustainable management plans in order to embed human aquaculture activities and nature preservation.

The second section comprises three chapters on water management with an emphasis on integrated multitrophic aquaculture, small-scale aquaculture and recirculation aquaculture systems. All methods have the intention to minimize environmental impacts of aquaculture and make efficient use of water supplies.

The third section is dedicated to chapters on metals and ecophysiology, which includes a case study which provides an insight into the salmonid aquaculture sector in Chile, transforming away from an extremely prosperous scenario following the setbacks documented recently. Despite the sanitary crises and following economic, environmental and social problems, aquaculture practice in Chile is offering solutions

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through new regulations and measures and trying to relaunch Chilean salmonid aquaculture.

All the chapters present current investigations in the particular field, give examples from real life, examine possible solutions to problems and provide extensive references at the end of each chapter. The book is aimed at scientific researchers and practitioners in the field of aquaculture and management of aquatic resources but it is also highly recommended for professionals due to many chapters describing case studies and giving concrete solutions as well as recommending implementable measures and strategies.

The book has been the result of a close collaboration and effort of the contributing authors. The editor is of the hope that the result will be the beginning of further collaboration opportunities in the future.

> **Barbara Sladonja**  Institute of Agriculture and Tourism Porec Croatia
