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Hydrothermal vents are less common in aquaculture but could potentially support unique species adapted to extreme conditions, offering new marine products.

Oyster reefs provide a foundation for sustainable aquaculture, offering ecosystem services such as water filtration, habitat structure, and shoreline stabilization.

Streams are suitable for the culture of species like trout. They provide flowing water which aids in waste removal and oxygenation, and supports a natural diet for cultured species.

Artificial reefs enhance nearby aquaculture by creating habitats, increasing local biodiversity, and potentially diverting fishing pressure from natural reefs.

Tide pools offer unique opportunities for aquaculture, providing natural temperature regulation, and can be used for the culture of species like abalone and sea urchins.

Estuaries provide critical breeding and feeding habitats, supporting species well-suited to changing salinity for aquaculture, while buffering the land from marine impacts.

Freshwater ponds are versatile for numerous aquaculture species. Benefits include controllable environment, suitability for diverse species like catfish and carp, and ease of monitoring.

Open ocean ecosystems allow for high-yield aquaculture with species like tuna, but require sustainable practices to mitigate impacts such as overfeeding and fish escapes.

Coral reef ecosystems are biodiverse habitats that house many species. They benefit aquaculture by maintaining water quality and providing resources for reef-based aquaculture.

Microbial mats can be used in aquaculture systems for biofiltration, waste processing, and as a food source for some aquaculture species, increasing system sustainability.

Mangrove ecosystems support aquaculture by providing nursery areas for fish, stabilizing coastlines, and improving water quality through filtration.

Rice paddies can host aquaculture, such as fish or crustaceans, which can improve pest control, nutrient cycling, and increase farmers' income through integrated farming.

Wetlands can support aquaculture by purifying water, serving as a buffer zone to absorb nutrients and pollutants, and providing habitat for a variety of aquaculture species.

Salt marshes support aquaculture by serving as nurseries for commercial fish species, recycling nutrients, and helping to buffer terrestrial systems from marine events.