On Thanksgiving Day, a third grader from South Carolina caught a 55-pound blue catfish, followed the next day by boating a massive 74-pounder – releasing both fish.| Sport Fishing
Image: MERLIN A free new online learning module offers a wealth of information around bringing people and nature together in freshwater restoration. The module is part of the open-access Academy cr…| The Freshwater Blog
Waterways need to be carefully managed so native fish can access the habitats they need. Our work to restore native fish populations is tailored to individual species depending on where they live &…| Conservation blog
Image: Tom Fisk | Pexels Creative Commons Harnessing the potential of natural processes in freshwater restoration can create significant ecological, social and economic benefits, according to a maj…| The Freshwater Blog
When choosing a fishing reel, first consider what type of fishing you do. We review all the options to help you pick the right reel.| Kayak Angler
The lesser water boatman: the “loudest animal on Earth”. Image: ExaVolt | Wikipedia Creative Commons If you’re a long-time follower of the Freshwater Blog, you might remember our Cabine…| The Freshwater Blog
It doesn’t take much time near the Wolastoq to understand why that word means “beautiful and bountiful river” in the language of the Wolastoqiyik, or “people of the beautiful river.” The 700-kilometre waterway, also known as the Saint John River, is replete with natural wonders, from bright little wood ducks nesting along its shores to […] The post Planting partnership: How we’re working with farmers to help restore the Wolastoq watershed appeared first on WWF.CA.| WWF.CA
Nature-based solutions help boost natural processes to support both people and nature. Image: MERLIN Harnessing the potential of natural processes in freshwater restoration can create significant e…| The Freshwater Blog
Beavers are valuable ecosystem engineers. Image: Daniil Komov | Pexels Creative Commons Beavers create diverse new habitats in stream ecosystems which significantly boost biodiversity, according to…| The Freshwater Blog
Restoring our natural ecosystems is a task that is never really finished: science progresses; governments change; technology advances; society shifts; funding pots appear and disappear. And all the…| The Freshwater Blog
Last year, Europe adopted an ambitious new law committing to restore the continent’s degraded ecosystems. The Nature Restoration Regulation is the first continent-wide, comprehensive law of its kind. It aims to reverse biodiversity loss, strengthen climate resilience, and support long-term environmental and economic sustainability. Previously termed the Nature Restoration Law, the legislation compels European countries […]| The Freshwater Blog
A caddis larvae case built from colourful artificial materials. Image: Gerhard Laukötter If you’re a long-time follower of the Freshwater Blog, you might remember our Cabinet of Freshwater Cu…| The Freshwater Blog
Tasmanian and Australian psephology, opinion poll analysis, election analysis and political commentary by Dr Kevin Bonham.| kevinbonham.blogspot.com
Tasmanian and Australian psephology, opinion poll analysis, election analysis and political commentary by Dr Kevin Bonham.| kevinbonham.blogspot.com
Pollution in our water, land, and air are all coming under the microscope in a major report from the Ministry for the Environment. Our environment 2025 is a three-yearly report highlighting the effects of our land use on the rest of New Zealand's ecosystem. The Science Media Centre asked experts| www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz
Tasmanian and Australian psephology, opinion poll analysis, election analysis and political commentary by Dr Kevin Bonham.| kevinbonham.blogspot.com
Montana angler lands enormous IGFA record-breaking tiger muskie on a custom swimbait hours after calling his shot in a social media post.| Sport Fishing
It can be horrific to see our beloved Betta fish floating in a way that they’re not intended to float. When you do see that uncommon scene, you’re automatically going to ask, “Why is my Betta fish floating to the top and on its side?” Fortunately, we have answers for you. There are multiple reasons [...]| Fishkeeping Wisdom
If you have a Betta tank, you might be wondering, “Can betta fish live with snails?” The answer, as it turns out, is yes – but there are a few things you need to know before adding a snail to your betta tank. This includes understanding what type of snail is best for your betta, [...]| Fishkeeping Wisdom
In the remote regions of Spain, hefty Mediterranean trout and barbel await your fly. The spots are secret, but the adventure and quarry are worth it.| Sport Fishing
When the shrimp are running in the marsh, cast freshwater crankbaits, spinnerbaits and weedless worms for redfish in Louisiana.| Sport Fishing
The EU MERLIN project has launched its new online Academy, a hub for cutting-edge learning, resources, webinars and podcasts around freshwater restoration. The open-access Academy is designed to he…| The Freshwater Blog
One of the main reasons why we love Betta fish so much is that they’re full of personality. Perhaps you may even see yourself in how active, shy, curious, or introverted your Betta fish is. When admiring these traits of our entertaining pets, we tend to wonder just how like us our Bettas are. For [...]| Fishkeeping Wisdom
Are there any fish that don’t need a filter? The short answer is: Yes! Some fish that don’t need a filter include Bettas, Guppies, White Cloud Minnows, Zebrafish, and much more. But as a responsible fishkeeper, you’ll want to read this post to learn more about how to add oxygen to a fishbowl or tank. Here [...]| Fishkeeping Wisdom