With long days in isolation that seem to blend together, there is no better time than now to join the #SundayFishSketch. If you are hesitant to draw and post fishes on Twitter because of inexperience or self consciousness, rest assured that our community is very supportive. Also, be sure to check out the ‘How to…
“These are a few of my favorite things” while quarantined
By: Dr. Dana Sackett As we all face a global pandemic together, we can each do our part in these uncertain times by following the guidance of our amazing scientists at the World Health Organization and Center for Disease Control (I strongly encourage everyone to read over their guidelines). Their guidance includes telling everyone that…
Branding: painful burn or helpful marketing skill?
“Learn how to market yourself.” Millennials have been beaten over the head with this order since a fairly young age. In a competitive world, knowing what makes you competitive is just as important as being competitive. Being smart, talented, or accomplished may not be worth anything if the gatekeepers never notice. Some argue that having…
Repeat Spawner Series: Top 5 Most Poisonous and Venomous Fishes!
Check out the Fisheries Blog’s most popular post of all-time, written by Dana Sackett! It’s been seven years since we visited the topic of most venomous and poisonous fishes, do you know of other species that should be added to the list?
Quiz: The fish, mammals, and birds found on the logos of 50 State agencies
Can you answer these 20 questions about the animals found on the logos of the state fish and wildlife agencies?
Bending the Curve of Global Freshwater Biodiversity Loss
“Bend it like Beckham.” Except the goal here doesn’t involve a soccer ball but an Emergency Recovery Plan to change the trajectory of freshwater biodiversity loss.
You’re a Catch: A sofishticated look at some unique fish reproductive strategies
Love was in the air during Valentine’s Day this past Friday, which makes this a great week to talk about fish ‘love’. It may be surprising to learn that all fish do not follow one type of reproductive scheme. Many species are broadcast spawners, but this week we highlight some of the more unique fish…
The Human Side of the Shark Fin Trade
The common narrative of the shark fin trade only tells the sharks’ side of the story. Here, guest blogger Kylie Holub discusses the human side of the shark fin trade…
Welcome to the known world!
By: Dana Sackett Each year brings new discoveries of organisms we had no idea we shared the Earth with. Some of these discoveries, particularly those in the aquatic environment (though I may be a bit bias), can leave people scratching their heads in wonder. In 2001, an international project called the All Species Inventory was…
Queen Elsa and Princess Anna: Unexpected Proponents of Dam Removal
With Frozen II, Disney has created a new generation of kids who will understand why removing old, derelict dams creates positive consequences for the environment and people.
Repeat Spawner Series: More Minnow Misconceptions
Minnows are far more diverse than we often give them credit for, and scientists are constantly describing new members on their branch of the family tree. In this Repeat Spawner Series entry, Dr. Brandon Peoples explains the a big revision to the North American minnow family tree…
Opinion: “Natural Literacy” in Fisheries
I’ve spent this winter paying attention. I’m learning the names of the birds in the bamboo grove behind my office, where the spotted salamanders hide, where the white-tail deer scrape the ground, where the oyster mushrooms grow. I grew up in almost-urban New Jersey, and my “natural literacy” began and ended with cardinal, blue jay,…
How to Draw a Fish: Fins and all
With the start of 2020 many people are thinking of new-years resolutions, some may even want to try their hand at the #SundayFishSketch but feel trepidation about their artistic abilities. Well, there is no time like the present begin a resolution to start drawing and the Fisheries Blog is here to help you begin the…
Pesticide resistance: its not just for bugs anymore
By: Dana Sackett When a specific trait about an animal makes it more likely to survive and produce offspring, that trait will get passed on to the next generation becoming more frequent in successive generations than those traits that do not help individuals survive and reproduce. For example, if being able to swim away from…
Feelin’ Hot Hot Hot!
The Mojave Desert is hot, expansive, and intimidating; but the region is dotted with small pools that some pretty cool fish call home…
