Aquaculture Center Research Articles

Characterization of the myostatin gene in the neotropical species Piaractus mesopotamicus and the possibility of its use in genetic improvement programs.

The myostatin gene has played an important role in the genetic improvement of the main species of economic importance; however, it has not yet been described for some Neotropical fish essential for aquaculture. This study aimed to characterize the myostatin gene of pacu, Piaractus mesopotamicus, and investigate the association of a microsatellite marker in this gene with the weight of fish. The myostatin gene sequence was obtained after following a RACE-PCR strategy based on a partial mRNA sequence available in the GenBank database and the alignment of myostatin sequences from other fish species. The obtained sequence for the P. mesopotamicus gene was analyzed for short tandem repeats, and one dinucleotide was observed at the 3´untranslated region. A short tandem repeat polymorphism was verified in a wild population. Subsequently, the STR was evaluated in a test population of 232 animals in two 220m² concrete tanks at the Aquaculture Center of Unesp. Eight alleles and 22 genotype combinations were identified. A significant association was observed between microsatellite marker polymorphisms and the weight traits (WEIGHT1 and WEIGHT2). Alleles 210, 222, 226, and 230 were found to favor weight gain. In summary, this study contributes to the characterization of the myostatin gene in pacu fish and identifies an association between a STR and weight traits. Thus, this gene could be used as a target for genetic breeding using molecular strategies such as CRISPR and quantitative strategies such as marker-assisted selection, which would contribute to improving the production of the species.

Histological Based Environmental Monitoring of the Lower Nun River: Using the Histo-morphometry of Kidney, Gills, Liver, and Testes of Coptodon zillii

It is an ecotoxicological study aimed at using chemical and bio-monitoring methods to pollution status of the Lower Nun River (LNR) basin using the histo-morphometry of the Liver, Kidney, Gills, and the Testes of Coptodon zillii. Based on literature review on the environmental burdens of the LNR, the following Target Chemicals (TC) were chosen for the study: Cadmium (Cd), Chromium (Cr), Copper (Cu), Nickel (Ni) and Lead (Pb). The study involved the sampling of water, sediment and feral fish from two stations along the LNR, Peremabiri (PER) and Igbomotoru(IGB) – Experimental sites.Water and sediment samples were analyzed to ascertain the physico-chemical concentrations of potential contaminants, while the harvest fish organs of liver, kidney, gills and testes were subjected to histological study to ascertain the exposure effect. Control fishes were harvested from African Aqua-culture Centre (ARAC) – Reference Site. Analyzed sediment and water values were used to evaluate Environmental Water Quality Index (EWQI) and sediment quality, while the fish organs were analyzes and used for pollution certification and stratification. Study results showed that EWQI of PER was poor (41.9); sediment quality showed that Cr, CU and Pb were above the Maximum Allowable Toxicant Concentration (MATC) for fresh water body. Fish from IGB showed worse lesion prevalence and organ histopathologic Index (Iorg) when compared to PER, with ARAC having the best outcome. The environmental pollution status (EPS) LNR was normal at PER and was slightly polluted at IGB. The study gave credence to the use of histology as a biomarker to assess sublethal effects of environmental stressors, and in determination of the pollution status.

TEKNIK PEMBENIHAN ABALONE (HALIOTIS SQUAMATA) DI BALAI PERIKANAN BUDIDAYA LAUT LOMBOK

The aim of this research is to describe the abalone (Haliotis squamata) hatchery technique at the Lombok Marine Aquaculture Center (BPBL). This research is participatory research, researchers took part in all activities at the Lombok Marine Aquaculture Center (BPBL). Data collection methods are by observation and documentation. The data obtained was analyzed using descriptive statistics. The data collected is related to abalone hatching techniques. The results of research regarding abalone hatchery techniques at the Lombok Marine Cultivation Fisheries Center went through several stages, namely container preparation, gonad maturity selection, stimulation, spawning, abalone stocking, feeding, water quality management and harvesting

Study on Pasir Lobster Enlargement (Panulirus homarus) to Improve Cultivation Productivity with Keong Bakau (Telescopium telescopium)

Abstract The potential of lobster in Indonesia is very high, the demand for lobster continues to increase every year, while the supply still utilizes the catch of fishermen. Lobster utilization in Indonesia is still low, therefore there must be sustainable cultivation in order to increase the quantity and quality of lobsters in Indonesia. One way to increase lobster enlargement is by feeding Keong Bakau. The purpose of this study is to determine and improve Lobster Pasir enlargement, including enlargement management, water quality management, and feed management with Keong Bakau. The study was conducted at the Lombok Marine Aquaculture Center, in Indonesia. The method used is a descriptive method with a quantitative approach. The feed used was Keong Bakau. The survival rate (SR) value reached 100%, the specific growth rate (SGR) value was 0.002%, and the FCR value was 23.82. The amount of feed given is sufficient for the needs of the lobster, the Keong Bakau used has chitosan which can help support the survival of the lobster. The average results of water quality include temperature (28.06oC), pH (7.07), DO (7.34 mg/l), Salinity (32.9 ppt), Turbidity (2.66 m), Phosphate (0.175 mg/l), Nitrite (0.002 mg/l), Nitrate (0.02 mg/l), and Ammonia (0.055 mg/l). DO values were slightly different from the optimal range due to the reduced intensity of vessels passing through the KJA. Keong Bakau has calcium which plays an important role in the formation of the exoskeleton in lobsters after the molting process.

Intermittent Detections of ISAV-HPR0 in a Salmon Recirculating Aquaculture System, and Implications for Sampling

Infectious salmon anemia virus (ISAV) is an important pathogen in global Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar L.) aquaculture. The existence of both non-pathogenic (ISAV-HPR0) and pathogenic (HPR-deleted ISAV) forms of the virus impacts hatchery management. In November 2016, fish tested positive for ISAV-HPR0 at the National Cold Water Marine Aquaculture Center in Maine. A cohort exposed to the fish testing positive for ISAV were lethally sampled over a 7-month period (February–August 2017). No positive samples were detected during this time. Additional testing aimed to determine the extent of the ISAV infections in the facility’s fish and to investigate the water sources as potential virus entry points. Fish testing was designed to detect 2% pathogen prevalence with 95% confidence (assuming diagnostic sensitivity of 85%). Over a three-year period, ISAV-HPR0 was detected in spawning fish annually and once in smolts. Repeat testing of smolts from the affected tank three weeks later failed to detect ISAV-HPR0. Over a one-year period of weekly or biweekly evaluation of the incoming water sources, ISAV was never detected. These findings suggest that ISAV-HPR0 infections in monitored hatchery populations can evade detection and that episodes of high prevalence of ISAV-HPR0 associated with spawning can be highly transient. In both cases, conventional surveillance based on recurrent testing of healthy populations may provide only a very limited indication of the HPR0 status. Instead, targeting surveillance to periods of physiological stress, such as spawning and smoltification, and adjusting the sample sizes to account for a related surge in prevalence, should enhance the detection capacity in hatchery settings while also reducing testing costs.

Modeling embryo survival: Genetic and environmental influences on eye-up rate in a north American Atlantic salmon selective breeding program

Selective breeding programs improve target traits but can also unintentionally change genetically correlated traits in the selected strain. The U.S. Department of Agriculture–Agricultural Research Service National Cold Water Marine Aquaculture Center (NCWMAC) in Franklin, Maine maintains a North American Atlantic salmon selective breeding program focused on improving commercially important traits (e.g., carcass weight). However, the program has experienced a significant decline in the percent of eyed embryos over its 14 years of operation, leading to concerns that reproductive performance was being unintentionally changed by selection for the target traits. The aims of this study were to 1) model eye up success as a potentially heritable trait utilizing the recorded pedigree and 2) assess the relationship between eye-up rate and environmental conditions experienced by the broodstock. Over 14 years of data encompassing 1537 full-sib families produced by 1537 dams and 885 sires was analyzed. Counts of eyed embryos and carcass weight were analyzed with a linear multi-trait trait model that included maternal genetic effects and a spawn year effect to determine the strength of genetic and environmental influences on the eyed embryo rate. To investigate the environmental influences in more detail, we assessed the correlation between water quality parameters in the broodstock rearing system observed over the same 14-year time period and the estimated spawn year effects. There was small heritability of the direct genetic effect (0.059 ± 0.009) and the maternal genetic effect (0.039 ± 0.013). Comparatively, the proportion of phenotypic variance explained by the maternal environmental effect was moderate (0.165 ± 0.012). The genetic correlations between carcass weight and eye up rate were very small and had a large amount of uncertainty. The correlation between the direct genetic effects on eye-up and carcass weight was −0.0528 ± 0.1469 while the correlation between the maternal genetic effect on eye-up and the direct genetic effect on carcass weight was 0.2030 ± 0.1791. The correlation between maternal common environmental effects on the two traits was also low at 0.0676 ± −0.0804. The effect of spawn year was statistically significant (p < 0.01), and the values were negatively correlated with mean un-ionized ammonia (mg/L, −0.56, p = 0.04,), nitrate concentrations (mg/L r = −0.65, p = 0.01) and temperature (°C, r = −0.61, p = 0.02) experienced by the broodstock prior to spawning. Overall, the results suggest that the decrease in eyed embryos over time was not caused by inadvertent selection but instead due to increases in water temperature and/or nitrogenous waste concentrations in the broodstock rearing system. Further investigation of the mechanisms behind these apparent environmentally induced declines and potential mitigation measures to prevent decreases in eye-up rates are needed.

Teknik Pembenihan Ikan Kerapu Cantang (Ephinephelus sp.) di Balai Budidaya Air Payau, Situbondo, Jawa Timur

Grouper fish (Epinephelus sp.) is one of the popular marine fish species in the market in Indonesia and abroad in Southeast Asia, this fish has high economic value, good taste. Currently, the development of grouper aquaculture has been growing, so the seeds must be available continuously to meet the demand for seeds, therefore the foundation of interspecies crosses between groupers that have a high heterosis effect in growth traits, disease resistance and environmental resistance. This research activity was carried out at the Brackish Water Aquaculture Center located in Situbondo, East Java and was carried out from June 19, 2023 to August 19, 2023. The working method used in the Field Work Practice is descriptive method with data collection including primary and secondary. The technique of grouper hatchery conducted at the Brackish Water Aquaculture Fisheries Center stages include tub preparation, broodstock rearing, hybridization, hatching and egg stocking, larval development, feeding, water quality management, growth sampling and grading, pests and diseases, and harvesting and marketing. The results of the observed parameters are HR 73.25%, SR 15.98%, FR 74.16%. Water quality management carried out in grouper hatcheries is water reduction and water changes according to larval age, siphon once a week and water quality tests.

Social Capital and Human Capital in Supporting Sustainable Aquaculture: The Case of Patuguran Village, Indonesia

Patuguran Village is one of the aquaculture center in Pasuruan Regency. Aquaculture that is carried out by the village community is able to improve the local economy. By implementing sustainable aquaculture, the development of aquaculture not only focuses on profit, but also reduces losses and other negative impacts on nature and society. However, the carrying capacity of pond land, availability of fish seeds, limited use of technology, along with limited assistance and training are problems faced by fish farmers in Patuguran Village. Social capital and human capital can be a strategy for aquaculture development by considering the ability of human resources. This study aimed to determine the influence of social capital and human capital in developing sustainable aquaculture in Patuguran Village, Rejoso District, Pasuruan Regency. The data collection method used a questionnaire aimed at 93 respondents and was analyzed with descriptive statistical analysis to identify the characteristics of social capital, human capital, and aquaculture that will be followed by SEM (Structural Equation Modeling). The result showed that the social capital, human capital, and aquaculture is in good condition. There is a positive and significant relationship between social capital and human capital towards sustainable aquaculture.

Investigating the Growth Rate of Tetraselmis Algae and its Effect on Nitrogen Removal From Aquaculture Wastewater

Background: This research investigated the ability of Tetraselmis microalgae to remove nitrates from aquaculture centers’ wastewater. Specifically, this study aimed to investigate the amount of nitrogen reduction by Tetraselmis microalgae under laboratory conditions. Therefore, algal density, chlorophyll a, specific growth rate, nitrate, and ammonia levels were investigated. Methods: Tetraselmis microalgae was planted under laboratory conditions with constant density of 2000 mL including 1900 mL of distilled water and 100 mL of stock to investigate the refining effects for 15 days. Along to the test steps, the concentration of the mentioned factors was determined using standard methods and ultraviolet spectrophotometer. Results: The results showed that algal density, chlorophyll concentration, and specific growth rate performed better than others in the pilot plants containing wastewater. Also, use of the studied algae caused a 50% reduction in ammonia and 80% in nitrate from aquaculture center wastewater. The data modeling showed that the above-mentioned microalgae were effective in reduction of nitrogen from aquaculture center wastewater as much as 75%. Conclusion: The results showed that the species can reduce organic substances in the wastewater of aquaculture center and their discharge into the environment.

Fish Cultivation Techniques for Common Carp (Cyprinus carpio Linn.) Strain “Mantap” at Center for Freshwater Fish Cultivation (BBPBAT) Sukabumi, West Java, Indonesia

The cultivation of Carp (Cyprinus carpio, Linn) in hatcheries can be approached through various methods, including traditional, semi-intensive, and intensive techniques. Presently, many hatchery operations still adhere to traditional practices. This activity aimed to actively engage with, study, apply and report advanced techniques in the breeding of Common Carp (Cyprinus carpio, Linn). This practical training was conducted between May 22, 2023, and July 14, 2023, at the Sukabumi Freshwater Aquaculture Center (BBPBAT). Data collection during the activity encompassed both primary and secondary sources. Natural spawning of Common Carp was executed with a male-to-female sex ratio of 2:1, utilizing 60 male broodstock with an average weight of 500 grams and 30 female broodstock weighing around 2,000 grams each. The results of this spawning procedure yielded a fertilization rate of 82.77% and a hatching rate of 68%. Subsequently, 600,000 larvae were obtained from the spawning process. These larvae were then transferred to a nursery pond with a stocking density of 300 individuals per square meter (300 individuals/m2). Over a span of 24 days in the nursery pond, a survival rate of 51.5% was achieved. This activity served as a hands-on exploration of advanced Common Carp breeding techniques at the BBPBAT facility, providing valuable insights into modern hatchery management.

Opportunities and challenges for cobia, Rachycentron canadum aquaculture in the United Arab Emirates

Among the many candidate local species identified for development of aquaculture in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), cobia (Rachycentron canadum) has the great potential for farming in floating cage systems. Successful spawning and rearing of larvae and juveniles was first achieved by the Aquaculture and Marine studies Center, Abu Al Abyad Island, Abu Dhabi in 2008. The first trial to grow cobia in near shore cages of 55 m³was done in 2009 when the stocked fish reached an average weight of 2.87 kg in 12 months rearing period. Subsequently two more attempts were carried out in larger 15 meter diameter (636 m³) cages in 2022, the results of which were not encouraging. There are many challenges for the development of cobia farming in UAE. This article highlights the current technological challenges, sustainability issues, marketing strategies and policy matters that confront the development of commercial cobia aquaculture in the UAE and offers some recommendations.

Improving the diagnosis of Streptococcus iniae using a novel probe-based qPCR assay combined with an enrichment step.

Streptococcus iniae is a bacterial pathogen that causes streptococcosis, leading to significant losses in fish aquaculture globally. This study reported a newly developed probe-based quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) method for the detection of S. iniae. The primers and probes were designed to target the lactate oxidase gene. The optimized method demonstrated a detection limit of 20 copies per reaction and was specific to S. iniae, as evidenced by no cross-reactivity when assayed against genetic materials extracted from 23 known aquatic animal pathogens, and fish samples infected with Streptococcus agalactiae or Streptococcus dysgalactiae. To validate the newly developed qPCR protocol with field samples, fish specimens were systematically investigated following the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations & Network of Aquaculture Centres in Asia-Pacific three diagnostic levels approach, which integrated basic and advanced techniques for disease diagnosis, including observation of gross signs (level I), bacterial isolation (level II), qPCR and 16S rDNA sequencing (level III). The result showed that 7/7 affected farms (three Asian seabass farms and four tilapia farms) experiencing clinical signs of streptococcosis were diagnosed positive for S. iniae. qPCR assays using DNA extracted directly from fish tissue detected S. iniae in 11 out of 36 fish samples (30.6%), while 24 out of 36 samples (66.7%) tested positive after an enrichment step, including apparently healthy fish from affected farms. Bacterial isolation of S. iniae was only successful in a proportion of clinically diseased fish but not in healthy-looking fish from the same farm. Overall, the newly developed qPCR protocol combined with enrichment would be a useful tool for the diagnosis and surveillance of S. iniae infections in fish populations, thereby aiding in the disease control and prevention.

Application Of Pes Fertilizer To The Growth Of Kappaphycus alvarezii Plantlets

This study aims to determine the growth of Kappaphycus alvarezii plantlets applied with different PES fertilizers. This research was conducted at Blitok Installation, brackish water aquaculture center, Situbondo. This study began with the preparation of water as a maintenance medium, acclimatization of plantlets in the greenhouse, maintenance of plantlets in the greenhouse (plantlet cleaning, fertilization), and checking water quality. The application dose of PES fertilizer given as treatment was 15 ml, 20 ml, and 25 ml which was repeated 3 times. The rearing design used a completely randomized design (CRD) model. The results obtained showed that the average absolute weight gain of planlets from the 15 ml treatment was 0.249 g - 0.271 g, the 20 ml treatment was 0.35 g - 0.432 g, and the 25 ml treatment ranged from 0.306 g - 0.372 g. For the specific growth rate from the first to the fifth week of rearing, the 15 ml treatment ranged from 3.162-1.693, the 20 ml treatment ranged from 3.922-4.21 and the 25 ml treatment ranged from 2.899-3.904. From the results of the study, it can be concluded that the application of a PES fertilizer dosage of 20 ml gave better growth than the 15 ml and 25 ml doses. Keywords: growth, Kappaphycus alvarezii, plantlets, PES fertilizer, dosage

TEKNIK PEMBESARAN KEPITING BAKAU (SCYLLA SP.) DENGAN SISTEM APARTEMEN

Mud crab or known as Scylla sp. is one of the coastal resources that has economic value and contains high nutrition. This causes the market demand for mud crabs is continue to increase from time to time. So, it is necessary to do mud crab cultivation. One strategy for managing crab cultivation can be done through an apartment system. This vertical aquaculture technology is the third evolution in mud crab cultivation after cultivation in nature and horizontal system cultivation which is generally carried out using ponds. Based on this, this study aims to determine the method of enlargement mud crabs with the apartment system. This research activity was carried out in March-April 2023 at the Brackish Water Aquaculture Center (BBPBAP) Jepara, Central Java. Data collection techniques used in this research are descriptive methods and field observations. The results obtained are knowing the stages of mud crab enlargement activities with the apartment system including preparation of rearing containers, crab selection, crab stocking, feed management, water quality management, harvesting, packaging, and transportation. The highest weight growth during the study was 372 g in Apartment 1 Floor 5. The highest Survival Rate (SR) value during the study was obtained from stocking 14 mud crabs per floor was 57% in Apartment 1 Floor 6. The value of water quality parameters during the study included temperature, pH, DO, and salinity are good and support for the life of mud crabs.

Bacterial density variations of the coastal waters from three marine aquaculture centers in Bali, Indonesia

The highly dynamic nature of marine waters can create unique characteristics for bacterial communities. The purpose of this study was to quantify the number of bacteria present in the beach sand and coastal waters of three marine aquaculture centers in Bali, Indonesia. Two locations that have developed were selected (Patas Village and Candikusuma Village). While an advance centre was located in Sumberkima Village Bay. Sampling was done in March-April 2021. Seawater and beach sand from the three locations were collected and analyzed for total plate count bacteria, Vibrio sp., halotolerant bacteria, rod-shaped gram-negative bacteria and anaerobic facultative bacteria. Sampling of sea water was carried out at 4-5 points around floating net cages and beach sand around the location. The sampling results showed that the total plate count bacteria and halotolerant bacteria in coastal waters from the three locations were less varied. While number of Vibrio sp. in Candikusuma Village lower than the Vibrio sp. in two centre. Rod-shaped gram-negative bacteria were found in advance centre (Sumberkima Village). Sand beach bacteria from Sumberkima Village and Patas Village have similar number of total plate count bacteria, Vibrio sp., halotolerant bacteria and rod-shaped gram-negative bacteria. However, the number of these bacteria were significant different with the same bacterial on the beach sand of Candikusuma Village, except anaerobic facultative bacteria. These results indicate that the bacterial population is influenced by development of aquaculture activities in coastal waters.

Correlation of Atmospheric Temperature with the Prevalence of White Spot Disease (WSD) and Acute Hepatopancreatic Necrosis Disease (AHPND) in the Philippines

The growing crustacean aquaculture industry in the Philippines is a significant contributor to the seafood production sector. However, several problems hinder the growth and overall market production, the main factor being diseases. Previous studies observed that temperature changes affect shrimp’s physiological and immunological responses to different pathogens and parasites; hence, this meta-analysis examined the correlation of white spot disease (WSD) and acute hepatopancreatic necrosis disease (AHPND) with atmospheric temperature changes. The analysis was conducted using the available data from the Quarterly Aquatic Animal Disease report of the Network of Aquaculture Centres in Asia Pacific, the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, and the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration. Results indicated that temperatures ranging from 27–28 °C generally cause higher disease occurrences in the Philippines, as it facilitates optimum conditions for the infectivity of the causative agents of both diseases. Statistical analysis also has shown a positive correlation of temperature to the disease occurrence, indicating that temperature monitoring is crucial, especially in the culture of shrimps in a controlled environment. This information will serve as a guide to the fish health and aquaculture industry in mitigating possible disease outbreaks.

Social Capital and Community Participation in the Development of the Aquaculture Center in Soko Village-Indonesia

Aquaculture fisheries are important in developing the national fisheries sector to improve and sustain the community’s welfare. Social capital becomes community support in dealing with various problems in fishery areas. This research aims to identify the relationship between social capital and community participation in implementing the development of Soko Village as an aquaculture center in Glagah District, Lamongan Regency. The population in this study were the heads of families (households) of cultivators, with a sample of 181 families. The analysis used is the structural equation model (SEM). The result shows that the social capital of the Soko Village community consists of trust, networks, and norms. The relationship between social capital and community participation in implementing the aquaculture center development program indicates a significant positive relationship between social capital and community participation.

Social Capital and Community Participation in the Development of the Aquaculture Center in Soko Village-Indonesia

Aquaculture fisheries are important in developing the national fisheries sector to improve and sustain the community’s welfare. Social capital becomes community support in dealing with various problems in fishery areas. This research aims to identify the relationship between social capital and community participation in implementing the development of Soko Village as an aquaculture center in Glagah District, Lamongan Regency. The population in this study were the heads of families (households) of cultivators, with a sample of 181 families. The analysis used is the structural equation model (SEM). The result shows that the social capital of the Soko Village community consists of trust, networks, and norms. The relationship between social capital and community participation in implementing the aquaculture center development program indicates a significant positive relationship between social capital and community participation.

Hydrodynamic Modification in Channels Densely Populated with Aquaculture Farms

We predicted small-scale hydrodynamics, including the effect of the aquaculture farming infrastructure, for a region within the group of salmon farm concessions identified in the Chilean regulation as ACS-7. The geographical region corresponds to the Caucahue Channel, composed of two branches connected by a constriction on Caucahue Island, Inland Sea of Chiloe, Chilean Patagonia. The prediction methodology considers the interaction of a regional ocean model and a high-resolution local CFD model. The model prediction was validated using available data from ADCP. We find that the Caucahue Channel is characterized by a complex circulation and hydrodynamics, including an unstable shear flow, with meanders and turbulent structures, and retention zones. Results show the aquaculture infrastructure has a non-local hydrodynamic effect. Differences in horizontal and vertical velocity can be quite significant even far from aquaculture centers, reaching up to 300% and 170%, respectively, in simulations without taking its effects into account. The useful characteristics of this predictive approach and its potential use in particle tracking and species diffusion prediction allow for the use of projecting as a tool for strengthening the environmental and productive management of this industry.

Total petroleum hydrocarbon analysis in water, tilapia and sediment samples from ARAC environment (Aluu), Rivers State

The contamination of aquatic environments by Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons (TPHs) presents significant environmental and health concerns. This study aimed to assess the levels of TPHs in water, tilapia, and sediment samples collected from the African Regional Aquaculture Center in Aluu, Nigeria. Chromatographic techniques were employed for TPH extraction and detection. The results revealed elevated TPH concentrations in the study area, with the highest levels observed in sediment samples. The results revealed that the concentration of TPH was high during the dry season (September to November) compared to raining season (May to July). Also, the results indicated that TPH concentration was higher in sediment compared to fish and water with average concentration of 0.206667mg/kg, 0.17666mg/kg7, and 0.148333mg/kg in sediment, fish and water respectively. TPHs was observed to be in sediment from 0.18 – 0.25mg/kg, whereas in water it had variation of 0.11mg/kg making it the lowest. TPHs variation in fish was also observed to be between 0.15 – 0.22mg/kg. It was observed that the concentrations of TPHs in fish positively correlated with THPs in the aquatic water (y = 12.56x + 168.32). This correlation is statically significant (p &lt;0.5). The results also revealed that concentration of TPH in sediments was positively correlated (y = 2.83 x 154.26) with the water at p&lt; 0.5 significant level. There was a positive correlation between TPH concentrations in fish and water, as well as between TPH concentrations in sediment and water. The findings emphasized the need for prompt intervention to mitigate TPH pollution and protect the environment and human health.