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Overfishing and Aquaculture (Grades 3-5)

  • Creators: NC Farm Bureau
This grades 3–5 lesson introduces students to seafood sources by comparing wild‑caught fishing and aquaculture systems. Through discussion, simulations, and data analysis, students explore how overfishing affects ocean ecosystems and how aquaculture can help meet food needs while reducing environmental pressure when managed sustainably.
Category:
  • Educational Resources
Language:
  • English
Region:
  • AL
  • FL
  • GA
  • LA
  • MS
  • NC
  • PR
  • SC
  • TX
  • USVI
Species:
  • Crustaceans
  • Food Fish
  • Mollusks
Audience:
  • Elementary School
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  • Photo Credit: Shanon Wise - UGA Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant