Adipose fin useful for salmon while swimming in turbulent waters

[yammy5]

Very interesting......

This study revealed that the adipose fin is important for manoeuvrability in turbulent water, may provide sensory information when trouble is near and has a potential role during courtship. It was previously considered to be like removing a fingernail but it is now thought to be more like removing a hand.

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STUDY INDICATES OFTEN-CLIPPED ADIPOSE FIN USEFUL FOR SALMON WHILE SWIMMING IN TURBULENT WATERS
Posted on July 8, 2011 (PST)

http://www.cbbulletin.com/410612.aspx

 

[Peahead]

Yes it is interesting for sure - This same topic was posted by Sushihunter in the Conservation forum

http://www.sportfishingbc.com/forum...e-could-be-harming-salmon&p=186980#post186980

 

[yammy5]

Thanks I missed that - mods can delete this thread then.