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June 10, 2005
photo gallery
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Aerial view of Basin Head |
Aerial view of Basin Head and Fisheries Museum
Photo: John Sylvester |
Eastern end of Basin Head Harbour |
Irish moss |
The community of Happy Adventure is located on the Eastport Peninsula, near Round Island - one of the two areas included in the Eastport MPA. |
The picturesque fishing village of Salvage is located near Duck Island - one of the two areas included in the Eastport MPA |
The sun sparkles off the peaceful waters of Gilbert Bay, Labrador. |
The MPA designation of Gilbert Bay will protect a genetically unique species of northern cod. |
The reddish-brown to golden colored cod in Gilbert Bay are genetically distinct from other northern cod. |
