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Review Article: Applications of Genomics and Metabolomics in Enhancing Growth and Production in Ornamental Aquaculture
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Reza Nahavandi *   , Sajjad Pourmozaffar , Asad Abbaspour Anbi |
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| The ornamental aquaculture industry has experienced rapid expansion, contributing substantially to employment and international trade. However, high species diversity and biological sensitivity demand advanced approaches for improving growth performance, health management, and production efficiency. Genomics tools—including next-generation sequencing, SNP markers, quantitative trait loci (QTL) mapping, and transcriptomics—enable identification of genes and regulatory networks associated with growth, coloration, disease resistance, and stress tolerance. Metabolomics, through techniques such as LC–MS and NMR spectroscopy, provides comprehensive metabolic profiling for monitoring physiological status and optimizing nutrition and environmental conditions. The integration of genomic and metabolomic datasets facilitates precision breeding, early disease detection, and data-driven management strategies. Despite technical and financial constraints, interdisciplinary integration and expanding bioinformatics infrastructure are accelerating practical implementation. This review critically evaluates current applications, methodological advances, existing limitations, and future prospects of genomics and metabolomics in ornamental aquaculture, emphasizing their role in sustainable production and biodiversity conservation. |
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| Keywords: Ornamental aquaculture, Genomics, Metabolomics, Precision breeding, Fish health, Sustainable production |
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Type of Study: Research |
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Received: 2025/12/8 | Accepted: 2025/12/31 | Published: 2025/12/31
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