According to a report by Kritiksha Sharma on Yahoo News, officials have issued an urgent warning to residents about the health risks associated with consuming local fish from the Potomac and Anacostia rivers. The District of Columbia’s Department of Energy and Environment has highlighted alarming levels of PFAS—synthetic chemicals known as “forever chemicals” due to […]
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Debate Over Fish Farming in the Gulf of Mexico Heats Up as Trump’s Presidency Nears
Plans to develop large-scale floating fish farms in the Gulf of Mexico are gaining renewed attention as President-elect Donald Trump prepares for his second term. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has identified five areas in the Gulf for potential offshore aquaculture, part of a decade-long federal push to expand fish farming in U.S. […]
Salmon Have Already Returned Far Upriver to Spawn in Historic Habitat After Nation’s Largest Dam Removal Project
Not two months have passed since a series of four dams were demolished on the Klamath River, and salmon are already spawning in creeks and tributaries far upriver. It’s the ultimate goal that a coalition of tribal, state, and federal government entities have campaigned for since the early 2000s. GNN reported on the dam demolition, […]
Near-extinct North Atlantic right whales get a small population boost
The population of the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale increased by five individuals, bringing the estimated total to 372 in 2023, according to an Oct. 22 report. The North Atlantic right whale (Eubalaena glacialis) population has declined since 2011. However, the slight rise in recent years may signal some stability for these ocean giants, […]
Scientists map the genome of Australian ‘punk’ fish that prefers to walk instead of swim
They’re Australia’s own underwater punks in leopard print. Spotted handfish are an endangered species of fish that prefer to “walk” instead of swim, thanks to their unusual pectoral and pelvic fins; have a fluffy dorsal fin on their head that looks almost like a mohawk; and live in the waters off south-east Tasmania. Now CSIRO […]
Fish Population Estimates May Be Overly Optimistic, New Study Reveals
Published in the journal Science, the study analyzed data from 230 significant fisheries worldwide, spanning from 1980 to 2018. The findings revealed that, on average, fish stock assessments overestimated populations by 11.5 percent. These optimistic estimates, the researchers argue, could potentially mislead management decisions, emphasizing the need for more conservative approaches to safeguard marine ecosystems. […]
The Ultimate Guide to Catching Largemouth Bass
Welcome to the ultimate guide to catching largemouth bass. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced angler, this comprehensive guide is packed with insider tips, expert techniques, and recommendations for the best lures. We will explore the art of bass fishing in freshwater environments and equip you with the knowledge and skills to increase your […]
Harmonizing Aquatic Ecosystems: Strategies for Plant-Fish Coexistence in Aquariums
Around 2 million people globally have aquariums for various reasons, such as fun, hobbies, and business ventures. They make tiny to massive environments mimicking natural water, to keep diverse plants and fish. However, it takes lots of know-how to find fish and plants that coexist well in the aquarium. This article discusses how art and […]