Fish Rescue

Today I was able to observe and assist with a fish rescue and relocation. This is one aspect of  the many projects Ecologists are involved with. There are many sub divisions  being planned for and in this instance an existing stream was on the work site and before earth works could begin the creek needed to be cleared of fish etc.  The Ecologists often use an electric fishing machine, this puts a small electric current into the water an temporarily  stuns the fish making catching much easier. Today we caught 5 short fin Eels and several Koura. These were successfully re located to a nearby stream. 

Zapping of creek 

Adding net barriers  to prevent fish from entering creek. 

Releasing fish 

New habitat for fish 

Did you know we have nearly 40 native freshwater fish species and two types main types of eel – the shortfin and the longfin.

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