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Profiles of Various Marine Life

2020-03-16T22:49:00.002-04:00

The website ThoughtCo. has a beautiful section with informative profiles about a wide range of marine life. If you are doing a report or just like to study sea life, we highly recommend checking this out!

Click here (or on the images above) to visit the marine life profiles at ThoughtCo.

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Bottom photo is a screenshot from ThoughtCo. website
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Check Out Our (Free) Magazine!

2020-03-16T21:06:00.001-04:00

"All Things Fish"

Aquariums, angling, aquaculture, aqua sciences, fishing, seafood, marine life and reef conservation,
ocean cleanup, resorts and lodges, fish and sea creatures, etc.

:::Click to Open Magazine :::

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Photo by Ishan at Unsplash

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Norwegian Fish Farming, Part Deux

2019-10-03T15:11:00.000-04:00

In the previous post, I shared the shocking info about how toxic fish farms are in Norway. It was puzzling as to why Norwegian farmed fish were being offered in Canadian grocery stores, given that Canada is bordered by two oceans. Shouldn't Canadians have an abundance of our own locally sourced salmon?

Last night on the news, the answer to my question became clear. Apparently a fish farm on Canada's East Coast (Newfoundland to be exact) was in a heap of a mess. Mass numbers of salmon in ocean cages have died off due to unexpected rising water temperature. The rot is causing problems for local fishermen and it appears to be polluting the surrounding natural water.

Lo and behold, the operator of the fish farm is a Norwegian company! What?!?! (insert vinyl record screeching noise here)

This is quite a catastrophic hot mess! With global warming of sea waters, this issue is about to get worse. I don't want to eat their fish, yet salmon is my favorite food. What else don't we know about Canadian fish farming?!?

Here's the video from CBC News so you can see the problem for yourself...

Written by Pauline Wiser
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Don't Be Fooled by "Norwegian" at the Fish Market

2019-09-24T19:21:00.001-04:00

Recently, Dave (the person in our household that picks up the groceries) came home with a nice salmon filet. Fish is one of our favorites and neither of us has been fishing in a long time. So the grocery store is the next best thing to feed our fish hankerings.

He announced proudly that the thick salmon filet was "Norwegian" so "it's gotta be good and healthy".

When he hears that something is from Norway, he's thinking of this...

And when I think of Norway, I think of this...

So this Norwegian fish must be good and clean and wholesome! Right?... right?

But then I remembered a video I had seen on YouTube. I'm pretty sure it was about the fish farms in Norway. They are considered to be the most polluted, toxic fish in the world. That can't be right!! Was it actually Norwegian? It can't be that our Canadian supermarket is trying to pass this off to Canadians as if we have no fish stocks of our own. I must be wrong in that recollection!

Then I went digging for the video. Sure enough the video was about Norwegian fish farms. It's the antithesis of what you'd expect. I suppose that's why it's so shocking. And that's why I want to share that information here. Because it would be easy for you all to go searching for "good fish" and assume that Norwegian is "good, clean and wholesome". But the reality is quite nasty. In fact, if you live in France, 70% of the fish sold in your country comes from these Norwegian farms.

The video can only be seen on YouTube, so here's the link. Judge for yourself...

Farmed Norwegian Salmon World’s Most Toxic Food - YouTube, full documentary (54:28)

Naturally the folks at Norway's fish farms are not pleased about the documentary, so here's their response to the situation...

The video can only be seen on YouTube, so here's the link.

Norway's fishing industry fights back after salmon scare - opens YouTube (2:32)

It's good that they are trying to change their methods but for now, my household will be avoiding this particular type of fish.

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This story continues here: Norwegian Fish Farming, Part Deux

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Written by Pauline Wiser
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Hardy Buoys Smoked Fish Inc.

2019-09-18T01:33:00.000-04:00

Hardy Buoys Smoked Fish Inc. provides wholesale salmon in various forms. I’m a big fan of their candied variety! But also, they will process and store salmon for sports fishers. Located on Canada’s west coast.

Hardy Buoys Smoked Fish Inc.

Official Website
Facebook Page

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Shark Gets Gobbled Up "Whole"

2019-07-10T00:38:00.004-04:00

Rare underwater video shows shark feeding frenzy

A rare video from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration captures the moment a wreckfish ambushes and swallows a whole shark.

Source: CNN

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Mysteries of the Deep

2019-04-01T14:19:00.000-04:00

Fantastic Creatures of the Deep

Check out this great feature from U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service published on Medium.com

click here for the whole story and original photos

wallpaper: click above photo for the 1600 x 900 size

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Sharks Inside a Wave by Sean Scott

2019-02-22T00:57:00.002-05:00

Photographer Sean Scott snagged this awesome shot while flying his drone over a large school of bait fish that was attracting these whaler sharks.
go to original source of this photo

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Jim Morrison on a Fishing Break

2018-11-27T17:57:00.001-05:00

Jim Morrison & Max Fink 1970, Tuna fishing in Bahamas

Man! This photo is awesome! I found it on Pinterest without any credits and wanted to know more. What was the deal with Jim Morrison of The Doors and fishing? According to a site called "feel numb" this fishing trip happened in September of 1970 in the Bahamas.

Jim was on a break from his ~~indecent exposure~~ bullsh!t trial in Miami. He took a two day charter for "some fishing, snorkeling and drinking" along with his friend Babe Hill and his Beverly Hills lawyer Max Fink. (hmm, those are some pretty funky names!)

Click here for the fully story and a few more photos

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How to Clean and Gut a Fish

2018-10-24T11:27:00.001-04:00

We advocate for "catch and release", but every once in a while there's a need to get a little reward. So, if you do manage to catch a great fish and decide this is the one you've gotta eat, then here's a guideline on how to get that job done (above).

For a lot more insight, check out the full article. It's pretty interesting but a little gory if you've never handled a live fish before... https://www.fix.com/blog/hooking-and-cooking-a-fish/

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photo source - fix.com

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Whoa! What a Creepy Catch!

2018-10-06T23:36:00.000-04:00

The Alligator Gar Fish

This is quite a scary catch! I mean... WTF?!? Check out the full story over at "Fish World".

Here's the link.
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Source of image at "Fish World"

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Salmon is in my D.N.A.

2018-10-02T23:04:00.004-04:00

For most of my life, I've been a complete fanatic for salmon. Any type. I'll eat it straight from the can, skin and all (well, usually minus the bones unless my eagerness gets the better of me).

When I first moved out on my own at age 16, my friends and I would go fish out a salmon from the local river every Friday night. Before I learned how to set up house and home, the first thing I mastered was cleaning salmon and prepping it for the barbecue. I mean... I *LOVE* salmon!

Nothing better on a Friday night than a buttered, grilled, garlic-filled salmon with a cold beer.

When my dad was still alive (up until I turned 8) he fed me a lot of seafood. In fact, my first solid food was a sardine, which he slipped me when my mom wasn't looking. I was still in a high chair and he slips me a sardine! Ha ha, apparently my little tastebuds were quite shocked and I made some unpleasant faces. But sardines later came to be one of my favorite foods. For sure, he influenced my pallette to love all seafood.

Later in life, a few years after dad's passing, I discovered salmon on my own and it was love at first taste. Ever since then, I can never get enough of the stuff. I don't know why. I'm just crazy about it and that's all I know!

So then... imagine my surprise to find that my father's home town - Campbellton, New Brunswick in Eastern Canada is known as "the undisputed capital of salmon country". They have various sculptures to showcase their love and pride of the lively (and tasty) salmon.

Apparently there is even a "Salmon Plaza", plus a "Salmon Festival" each year. What?!?! Is it possible that salmon is in my D.N.A.??!?

This is really fascinating and I can't explain it but would love to hear your theories in the comments section about how such a coincidence came to be.

Here's an excerpt from the wikipedia page for Campbellton N.B....

Campbellton is the undisputed capital of salmon country. Sport fishing enthusiasts literally travel from around the world to this part of New Brunswick in search of Atlantic Salmon. To honour the king of game fish, the City erected an 8.5 meter stainless steel sculpture on its waterfront and lovingly adopted him as "Restigouche Sam". In the summer months, Salmon Plaza provides a picturesque backdrop for many photo opportunities and serves as an ideal spot for activity during the annual Salmon Festival (usually held the last week in June). [source]

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Written by Pauline Wiser
Source for image of grizzly catching salmon with its mouth
Source for image of salmon statue
Learn more about the salmon at "Fish World"

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32 of the Most Bizarre Deep-Sea Creatures Discovered So Far

2018-09-30T00:59:00.003-04:00

Infographic shared by Alan's Factory Outlet

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Your Own Personal DIY Aquarium Kit

2018-09-22T22:50:00.000-04:00

Perk up your workspace with a bit of LIVING ART!
Put a little "zen" into your day and tune out the chaos with this personal sized aquarium. Great for a reception area to put visitors at ease. Got cranky customers or a mean boss? Calm yourself by focusing on the fish movements. Lower your blood pressure instantly by shifting your mind to something more soothing and natural.

To view this product on Amazon, click one of the links below...
5 Gallon Fluval 10505 Chi Aquarium [USA]
5 Gallon Fluval 10505 Chi Aquarium [Canada]

Hagen Fluval Chi Aquarium Kit

Size: 5 gal (19 litres)
Unique aquarium design creates perfect balance of sight and sound
17 powerful led lights plus a permanent up light providing a gentle glow
Powerful filtration for sparkling, healthy water
5 gallon glass aquarium, includes filter media
Measures 10 l x 10 w x 14.4 H inches

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St. Croix "Best Rods on Earth"

2018-09-22T22:48:00.001-04:00

Quality rods for freshwater, saltwater, fly and ice fishing.

Also fishing apparel and accessories.

go to website stcroixrods.com

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Aquariums Gallery & Slideshow

2018-09-19T20:47:00.000-04:00

Check out the project archives for "JCI Aquariums" as a photo gallery and slideshow

(click any image below to open the gallery)

Once you open the gallery, then click on any image, choose "slideshow" at the top of the screen, and sit back to enjoy the show!

Underground Cenote

2018-09-19T19:45:00.000-04:00

Aktun Chen - underground cenote (via canbalci)

cenote (sə-nōˈtē)
n. A water-filled limestone sinkhole of the Yucatán.

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Premium Experiences™ - Adventure Travel

2018-09-19T18:46:00.000-04:00

OUR FAVORITES

Custom Tailored Travel & Exclusive Adventures

Premium Experiences
Specialists in Adventure Travel

see also: Premium Whistler
for adventures in Whistler, B.C.

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Ice Lake in the Summer

2018-09-19T18:31:00.002-04:00

Ice Lake in the Summer (via Stuck in Customs)

Queen Charlotte Lodge

2018-09-19T18:24:00.002-04:00

Queen Charlotte Lodge offers more than ever to those seeking the ultimate sport fishing adventure!

Click here to visit their site at queencharlottelodge.com

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Dayglow Dinner

2018-09-19T18:19:00.002-04:00

Dayglow Dinner (via Finiky)
click on photo to view in full-size... amazing!!

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Friendly Reminder

2018-09-18T18:47:00.000-04:00

When the kids are swimming just give them a friendly reminder!

photo via Pixdaus on tumblr

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Nasty Looking Tiger Fish from the Congo River

2018-09-17T23:28:00.000-04:00

Underwater Lounge Custom-Built for Homeowner - video

2018-09-11T00:03:00.000-04:00

Homeowner Stephen Fisher owns one of the most unique rooms ever made. This video tour (a segment of "Million Dollar Rooms") takes us into an underwater lounge. The walls made of acrylic 4½ inches thick. Spectacular and bold! Lovely and exciting!

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Best Bloopers by Bill Dance - video

2018-09-10T23:38:00.000-04:00

BLOOPERS VIDEO from veteran fisherman Bill Dance's DVD of classic bloopers.

Pretty good for a laugh to start your day out right!
I hope your day goes better than this!

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