Management Strategies for Mitigating Winter Box Jellyfish Bloom's Impact on Pancham Aquaculture Shrimp Farm, Palghar, India

This abstract examines the challenge of mitigating winter box jellyfish blooms' impact on Pancham Aquaculture's shrimp farm in Palghar. The intrusion of box jellyfish during winter poses a significant threat to the sustainability and profitability of shrimp farming in the region. This study aims to explore effective management strategies to address this pressing issue. The proliferation of box jellyfish in aquaculture facilities during winter presents multifaceted challenges. Not only do these jellyfish directly threaten shrimp populations by preying on juveniles, but they also pose risks to shrimp aquaculture. This interference has led to decreased shrimp yields and profitability, highlighting the urgent need for comprehensive research and proactive measures. The study seeks to analyze the ecological and environmental triggers behind the escalation of box jellyfish presence in Pancham Aquaculture's shrimp farm. By understanding these factors, effective mitigation strategies can be developed to safeguard both shrimp aquaculture and the surrounding marine environment.