This book covers the biology, ecology, genetics and aquaculture of the Asian Seabass or barramundi (Lates calcarifer), a commercially and recreationally valuable species. It brings together in the one place reviews written by world experts in Asian seabass taxonomy, genetics, nutrition, ecology, aquaculture, reproductive and developmental biology,

Taxonomy and Distribution of Indo-Pacific Lates. Early Development and Seed Production of Asian Seabass, Lates calcarifer. Climate Effects on Recruitment and Catch Effort of Lates calcarifer. Reproductive Biology of the Asian Seabass, Lates calcarifer. Lates calcarifer Wildstocks: Biology, Ecology and Fishery. Infectious Diseases of Asian Seabass and Health Management. The Genetics of Asian Seabass Lates calcarifer. Lates calcarifer Nutrition and Feeding Practices. Quality Harvesting and Flavour Taint in Lates calcarifer. Aquaculture of Lates calcarifer in Australia.