Aquatic species
Aquatic species in Canadian waters, including those at risk, invasive, fished or farmed.
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Browse aquatic species
Aquatic species listed by name or category, including species and habitat descriptions.
Farmed species profiles
Profiles of farmed fish and shellfish, such as salmon, mussels, trout and clams.
Aquatic species at risk
Species recovery information and habitat protection for fish, reptiles, marine mammals and mollusks.
Aquatic invasive species
Regulations, information and collaboration for reducing the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Pacific salmon
Fisheries management, Indigenous programs, salmonid enhancement program, aquaculture, science.
Atlantic salmon
Species profiles, farmed salmon, recreational fisheries, publications.
Marine mammals
Species identification, reporting a sighting or incident, marine mammal response.
Seals and sealing
Facts, statistics, regulations, species information.
Shark research
Atlantic and BC shark species, how to report sightings, shark anatomy, shark research lab.
Skates and rays
Rare and common species of skates and rays, and the differences between them.
Sea turtles
Species information, reporting a sighting or incident, safe observation guidelines.
Publications
Reports, research papers, educational materials.
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Clean, drain, dry
Learn how to clean, drain and dry your watercraft and equipment to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
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