Overfishing and Aquaculture (Grades 6-8)

This grades 6–8 lesson examines seafood production by comparing wild‑caught fishing and aquaculture systems. Students use simulations, data analysis, and real‑world examples to investigate how overfishing impacts marine ecosystems and how aquaculture can reduce pressure on wild populations when managed sustainably.
Category:
  • Educational Resources
Language:
  • English
Region:
  • AL
  • FL
  • GA
  • LA
  • MS
  • NC
  • PR
  • SC
  • TX
  • USVI
Species:
  • Food Fish
  • Mollusks
Audience:
  • Middle School