The Species
A number of the most widely traded marine ornamental fish species and families are native to Seychelles, and are permitted by regulations for aquaculture production.
Access to Markets
Logistical considerations for marine ornamental fish are different to those for food fish. Fish need to be transported live with minimum stress, and it is recommended that travel time does not exceed 40 hours.
Seychelles’ level of transport infrastructure and location in the middle of the western Indian Ocean makes it well-suited to production of ornamental species for markets throughout the world. Seychelles has air links to markets in the USA, Europe, Asia and Africa.