Asian moon scallop (Amusium pleuronectes) for Indonesia: an overview from a wild population and farming system

This review paper elaborates on the Asian moon scallop (Amusium pleuronectes), focussing on both wild populations and its aquaculture. A. pleuronectes is one of the most widely distributed scallops in Indonesia, where the Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries is actively promoting various mollusc species to strengthen the economic contributions of the national mariculture industry. Although Indonesia has an estimated 12.3 million hectares of potential mariculture area, only 2.25% is currently utilized. Given the considerable amount of available land in designated aquaculture regions, expanding scallop aquaculture and sustainable fisheries practices is highly encouraged as a strategy for future blue-economic growth. Scallop products from both fisheries and aquaculture are currently prioritized for local and domestic consumption to enhance food security and provide a sustainable source of marine-based protein. Once domestic demands are met, scallop products also have the potential to contribute to export markets. This review highlights the significance of A. pleuronectes as a promising fisheries or aquaculture commodity for enhancing the seafood industry in Indonesia. This article aims to address the scarcity of recent studies on this species. By synthesizing existing knowledge and scientific evidence on the aquaculture of A. pleuronectes and other scallops, this article identifies critical knowledge gaps and suggests areas for future research on this species.