This report was written in response to driving interest and concern from both the R.S.P.C.A and the public towards the humane treatment of aquatic animals. The industry hopes to develop recognized, acceptable and uniform practices for aquatic animal welfare with the due diligence of aquaculturists, fishermen, wholesalers, retailers and consumers.
The guidelines is available for download from the following link.
Guidelines on Aquatic Animal Welfare for the Western Australian Aquaculture industry (pdf version) [242kb]