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The Ornamental fish sector is a widespread and global component of international trade, fisheries, aquaculture and development. However, the scope of this sector and the impact on human and aquatic communities are often inaccurately known and unappreciated.
Since 1985 the value of international trade in exports of Ornamental fish has increased at an average growth rate of approximately 14% per year. Developing countries account for about two thirds of the total export value. The entire industry, when non-exported product, wages, retail sales and associated materials are considered, has been estimated to be worth around US$15 billion.
With the leveling off or decline in production from many Ornamental fish, people are looking for other ways of harnessing aquatic biodiversity. One useful option is the sustainable harvest and culture of Ornamental fish. In many developing countries the harvest of fresh and marine ornamental fish provides income in areas where little other options exist for employment.
Ornamental fish resources face a range of challenges: the need for their conservation and sustainable use; the need to ensure that benefits are equitably shared; problems caused by habitat loss and degradation, Ornamental fish practices. The majority (> 90%) of freshwater Ornamental fish are captive bred compared to only about 25 of a total of 8 000 in the case of Ornamental fish. However, efforts are being made to breed and domesticate many of the high value marine species. The Ornamental fish industry relies heavily on the export and import of introduced species: industry NGO's have taken steps to educate importers, retailers and consumers on the proper handling of Ornamental fish to minimize environmental risks.
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