Abstract:

Aflatoxins and their animal biotransformation products, known as foodborne carcinogens, have been associated
with serious harmful effects on human and animal health. Therefore, aflatoxins are the most investigated, widespread and
worrisome sources for the contamination of foods and feed worldwide. Over the last 10 years, plant-based ingredients have
been increasingly used in fish diets, leading to a high risk for mycotoxin contamination in seafood. Aflatoxins are commonly
detected in aquafeeds and accumulated in aquatic organisms. Aflatoxins and their metabolites could dramatically damage
the health of aquatic species and reduce the quality of seafood. Furthermore, mycotoxin residues including aflatoxins in fish
tissues including edible part have been detected. The presence of aflatoxins in aquatic species and their impact on seafood
are still under estimation and investigation. In the future, due to the susceptibility in aquatic species and the diverse varieties
of mycotoxin, we should make great efforts to detect and remove mycotoxins including aflatoxins in aquatic species and
seafood to protect public health.

Key words: seafood, aflatoxin, food safety, aquatic species