Question

Which of the following is the characteristic feature of Shell fishery?

(a) Rearing of fishes

(b) Rearing of only bony fishes

(c) Rearing of aquatic animals having an outer shell

(d) Rearing of cartilaginous fishes

This question was posed to me in semester exam.

My question is taken from Food Production Strategies in chapter Strategies for Enhancement in Food Production of Biology – Class 12

Answer 1

Correct option is (c) Rearing of aquatic animals having an outer shell

The explanation: Shell fishery is a capture, management and exploitation of aquatic animals having an outer shell or a hard skeleton. They are of two main types- molluscs and arthropods especially crustaceans. Many of the shellfishes are also raised in aquaculture farms for higher productivity and ensured supply.