In an intriguing turn of events, it appears that Australians have been consuming a fish species previously unknown to science. This newly identified species, a type of grouper, has been given the scientific name Epinephelus fuscomarginatus. The journey to this discovery began back in 2000 when Jeff Johnson, a fish expert at the Queensland Museum, was shown photographs of an … [Read more...] about Australians Have Accidentally Been Eating A Fish Unknown To Science
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125-Year-Old Lake Sturgeon is Believed to Be The Largest Ever Caught in the U.S. and The Oldest Freshwater Fish Ever Caught in the World
This fish breaks all sorts of records. Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources officials have captured a lake sturgeon of an unprecedented size on the Wolf River near Shawano. The fish, measuring 87.5 inches in length and weighing over 240 pounds, is believed to be the largest lake sturgeon ever caught in the United States. Experts estimate that the specimen is … [Read more...] about 125-Year-Old Lake Sturgeon is Believed to Be The Largest Ever Caught in the U.S. and The Oldest Freshwater Fish Ever Caught in the World
Fisherman discovers live frog in throat of fish
Angler was about to release the fish when he saw the small critter looking back at him Fishermen often lament losing a prized catch with a story about "the one that got away," but a fisherman in Australia had a different twist on the common fishing phrase. He tells the story about the one that got away from the fish. Angus James was removing the lure from the jungle perch … [Read more...] about Fisherman discovers live frog in throat of fish
INSIDE OF A FISH: The Busy Life of a Striped Mackerel
The image depicts a Striped Mackerel (Rastrelliger kanagurta) with its mouth wide open. But what's happening inside? This seemingly simple act reveals a fascinating feeding strategy. Filter Feeding Frenzy The open maw isn't for a single, large prey item. Instead, the Mackerel is filter feeding. As it swims, water rushes through its mouth, carrying tiny planktonic … [Read more...] about INSIDE OF A FISH: The Busy Life of a Striped Mackerel
Snake-Headed Fish That Can Breathe Air And Slither On Land Caught In Missouri
It is the fourth northern snakehead captured in the state. Is it a snake? Is it a fish? No, it’s a northern snakehead! This bizarre creature – technically a fish, though someone should tell its face – is an invasive species capable of breathing air and slithering like its reptilian doppelganger. Last month, one was caught in Missouri by an astonished angler. Captured on … [Read more...] about Snake-Headed Fish That Can Breathe Air And Slither On Land Caught In Missouri