New Fish Species Found In the Salish Sea

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Halfbanded rocketfish swimming near purple gorgonian coral. (Photo : Flickr: California Department of Fish and Wildlife)

Fish native to the Salish Sea – such as Coho salmon, Pacific halibut and dogfish shark – have some new neighbors to mingle with. The diversity of fish species living in the region has increased by 14 percent, say researchers from the University of Washington who recently documented 253 fish living in this area, 37 of which have recently moved in. The university's report represents the most comprehensive study regarding fish species in the area, and the findings will help conservationists assess and manage fish populations that may be in danger of disappearing.   -READ MORE-
http://www.natureworldnews.com/articles/17384/20151009/fish-frenzy-new-species-found-salish-sea-study-shows.htm