Tag: fish
PFAS levels in Great Lakes fish are dropping, study finds
A new study published last month in the Journal of Great Lakes Research shows that PFAS levels in Great Lakes fish are on the decline as manufacturers have phased out […]
Why is the Robin Michigan’s state bird?
The history of a 1929 statewide poll that determined Michigan’s state bird, and why not everyone is happy with the results.
Cannibalism Makes Rearing Muskies a Challenge
Of all the fish in the Great Lakes, muskellunge— or muskies— are one of the largest and most sought after by anglers. To keep up with the demand, the Michigan […]
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How this river keeps unwanted fish away
As dams come down around the world, native fish are returning to their home waters. But invasive species are taking advantage of that same access. In Traverse City, Michigan, a […]
New ice cover data offers insight into whitefish declines, climate change
Michigan researchers have gone back in time to get a picture of ice cover on the Great Lakes since the late 19th century.
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