Aquatic Diseases
Aquatic diseases affect the health and sustainability of fish and other aquatic species, posing significant risks to global aquaculture and natural ecosystems.
STAR IDAZ Approach
Aquatic diseases pose significant threats to the health and sustainability of fish and other aquatic species, with wide-reaching impacts on global aquaculture and natural ecosystems. These diseases can spread rapidly through water systems, affecting wild populations and farmed species alike, leading to economic losses and ecological imbalances. STAR-IDAZ recognizes the critical importance of monitoring and researching aquatic diseases to protect aquatic biodiversity and ensure food security. Currently, STAR-IDAZ is in the early phases of setting up a dedicated working group of experts to address aquatic diseases, ensuring that stakeholders are informed and prepared to tackle emerging challenges in this crucial area.
Information
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WOAH Aquatic Animal Health Code
WOAH provides comprehensive information on various aquatic animal diseases, including prevention and control measures. The factsheets cover diseases affecting fish, mollusks, and crustaceans.
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FAO Aquatic Factsheets:
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) offers detailed factsheets on several aquatic diseases that impact aquaculture, including their symptoms, transmission, and management practices.
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USGS: Aquatic Animal Health Program - U.S. Geological Survey (USGS):
The USGS provides factsheets on various aquatic animal diseases, particularly those affecting fish in the United States. The resource includes information on disease symptoms, diagnostics, and impacts on fisheries.
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Australian Government: Aquatic Disease Field Guide app
The field guide aims to help people recognise diseases of significance to aquaculture and fisheries in Australia. This edition incorporates new and updated information gathered from an extensive review of the fourth edition. It now covers 53 aquatic animal diseases of significance to Australia that affect species of finfish, crustaceans, molluscs and amphibians.
Working group
Aquatic Diseases Working Group
We are actively working towards developing a working group to guide our efforts in this critical area.
Key People
Ruth Zadoks,
University of Sydney Australia
Mohamed E Abou El Atta,
Central Laboratory for Aquaculture Research (CLAR) Egypt
Olanike Adeyemo,
University of Ibadan Nigeria
David Bass,
Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Sciences (CEFAS) United Kingdom
Ole Bendick Dale,
Norwegian Veterinary Institute Norway
Edgar Brun,
Norwegian Veterinary Institute Norway
Irene Cano Cejas,
Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (CEFAS) United Kingdom
Siow Foong Chang,
Animal & Veterinary Service National Parks Board Singapore
Kevin William Christison,
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Directorate: Aquaculture Research and Development South Africa
Kimberly Churchwell,
Gates Foundation United States
Jérôme Delamare-Deboutteville,
WorldFish Center Malaysia
Ha Thanh Dong,
Asian Institute of Technology Thailand
Alicia Gallardo Lagno,
University of Chile Chile
Carlos Augusto Gomes Leal,
Federal University of Minas Gerais - UFMG Brazil
Larry Hammell,
Atlantic Veterinary College Canada
Armando Heriazon,
International Development Research Centre Canada
Nelly Isyagi, ,
African Union – InterAfrican Bureau For Animal Resources (AU-IBAR) Kenya
Theofanis Kanellos,
Group Innovation and Corporate Alliances (CEVA) Global
Hyoung Jun Kim,
Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries Republic of Korea
Mario Latini,
WOAH Sub Regional Office Central Asia Republic of Kazakhstan
Hong Liu,
General Administration of Customs China
Nikki Mackie,
UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) United Kingdom
Aldo Maddaleno,
Universidad de Chile Chile
Krishna Thakur,
University of Prince Edward Island Canada
Kim Thompson,
Moredun Research Institute United Kingdom
Anna Toffan,
Istituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale delle Venezie Italy
Nathalie Vanderheijden,
EU Partnership AHW Germany
Niccoló Vendramin,
Technical University of Denmark Denmark
Qing Wang,
Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences China
Steve Wilson,
GALVmed United Kingdom
Nicholas Moody,
CSIRO Australian Animal Health Laboratory (AAHL) Australia
Mary Nkansa,
Ministry of Fisheries Ghana
Ben North,
PHARMAQ, Zoetis United Kingdom
Francesc Padrós,
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona Spain
Le Hong Phuoc,
Southern Monitoring Center for Aquaculture Environment and Epidemics Vietnam
Francisca Samsing Pedrals,
University of Sydney Australia
Heike Schütze,
Friedrich Loeffler Institute (FLI) Germany
Mwansa M. Songe,
University of Zambia Zambia
Sophie St. Hilaire,
City University of Hong Kong China
Saraya Tavornpanich ,
Norwegian Veterinary Institute Norway
Dr Valeria Mariano, France
Reports
Reports and outcomes from meetings and workshops
Research roadmaps
Gap analysis summary
STAR IDAZ acknowledges the importance of addressing aquatic diseases and whilst we are currently in the early stages of setting up a dedicated working group, we do not yet have a roadmap in place. We are actively working towards developing one to guide our efforts in this critical area.
Projects
Displaying 4 of 16 projects
VIEW ALL PROJECTSImproving GreeN Innovation for the blue revoluTION: new tools and opportunities for a more sustainable animal farming
Planned Completion date 31/10/2026
Europe
Mediterranean Aquaculture Integrated Development
Planned Completion date 31/10/2021
Europe
European food chain supply to reduce GHG emissions by 2050
Planned Completion date 30/09/2025
Europe
Field -testing and demonstration of digital and space based technologies with agro-ecological and organic practices in systemic innovation
Planned Completion date 30/09/2024
Europe
Recent publications
Reports and outcomes from meetings and workshops
Occupational injuries and diseases in aquaculture–a review of literature
Disease and health management in Asian aquaculture
Disease management of aquatic animals
Aquaculture biosecurity: prevention, control, and eradication of aquatic animal disease