Fish anatomy

Introduction: Galaxiids are freshwater fish belonging to the galxiidae family. There are migratory and non-migratory species found in New Zealand. The migratory galaxiid fish that are native to New Zealand, are the Giant kōkopu (Galaxias argenteus), short-jaw kōkopu (Galaxias postvectis) and the banded kōkopu (Galaxias fasciatus) (DOC, 2010). Galaxiids generally breed in Autumn and their breeding and migratory patterns differ depending on the species (DOC, 2010). The adults of kōkopu species…

small hook is sharper than a big hook, which leads to better penetration between the hook and the bass. Using a small hook will simplify your process of adapting small baits. Moreover, smaller bait with smaller hook is the perfect “couple” for casting fish in long distance. It is lighter. That’s why it’s harder to be detected by the basses. In addition, it is easier to be into a fish’s mouth with a less chance of being rejected. Disadvantages This kind of hook is not suitable for snag fishing.…

just as slow, quiet, and calm as a deer, then all of a sudden Liz stopped so fast I ran into her back and just about fell into the gross water. “Liz what on earth?” I said being a little frustrated at the close encounter to falling into the green, fish infested water hole of death. She looked at me and I knew she was going to say something I didn’t like. “It’s your dad’s bobber so I think…

Sharks are being killed by the millions each year (Balaguer 18), and while there are regulations in place attempting to protect sharks from the massive overfishing, regulations alone are not enough. There is a deep-seated stigma surrounding sharks, which will be explained later on, that is negatively affecting attempts at conservation. This paper intends to explain the effect of stigma and cultural views on the overfishing of sharks, as well as the negative effects overfishing and endangerment…

A fishery is a broad term used to describe any activity involving the harvesting of aquatic and marine animals, mainly fish. A fishery can refer to the fishing vessel, equipment and crew involved in the harvesting; the area that the fishing activity occurs in; and/or the species of interest. These can be wild captured seafood or seafood harvested through aquaculture. Commercial fisheries can also refer to the whole process of catching, processing and marketing the seafood for sale and involves…

and most well-known species, the great white. The great white shark has grown a reputation as the deadliest and most fearsome creature to ever swim in the ocean. These beliefs have come about mostly due to Hollywood’s overexposure of the predatory fish as a deadly, human devouring monster. Although the great white may not be exactly exempt from the occasional attack on humans, they are far from the monster they are believed to be. Great white sharks are just another animal living on this planet…

Effect of salinity on ovarian development in sub-adults of Indian spiny lobster, Panulirus homarus (Linnaeus) * K. Vidya, Shoji Joseph and P. B. Ajithkumar Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute, Cochin-18, Kerala, India. Telephone : 0091-0484- 2394867/2394357 Fax : 0091-0484-2394909/2396685 E-mail: vidyakuttikrishnan@gmail.com Abstract The study…

that enabled them estivate during dry season. The species is also known by their aggressiveness as they can bite when agitated and hence it is advised to club the fish once caught whether to quieten them or bring them to death. In that regard, while fishery people believe that fish clubbing is humane causing less suffering, the…

Hawksbills, a beautiful species of sea turtles, are critically endangered. The Hawksbill is critically endangered almost entirely because of negative human impacts. Their species are worth protecting. They are hunted and killed for their shells and eggs, even with their international protective laws. There needs to be more effort into the protection of Hawksbills, who species are slowly dying out. Hawksbills sea turtles are critically endangered, due to negative human impacts. The Hawksbills…

could kill this top of the line predator. Megalodon is a shark that weighs over 20 tons and is up to 60 feet long fully grown. The fact that it could still be alive is both amazing and scary. Lots of people say that the megalodon is just some overgrown fish or a giant killer orca. The sightings, photos, and 3 videos are almost proof Megalodon is still in the…