| Type | Definition | Example / Key Feature |
|---|---|---|
| Capture Fishing | Catching fish and other aquatic organisms directly from natural water bodies. | Fishing in rivers, lakes, or oceans using nets, rods, or traps. |
| Mariculture | Cultivation of marine organisms in the sea or in artificial marine environments. | Farming oysters, mussels, or marine fish in sea cages. |
| Aquaculture | Breeding, rearing, and harvesting of fish, shellfish, or aquatic plants in controlled freshwater or marine environments. | Freshwater fish farming in ponds, tanks, or hatcheries. |