Giant invasive fish spreading in the Baltic Sea alarms scientists
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- Finnish scientists are concerned that an invasive fish caught near Lovisa could become established in the Baltic Sea.
- The fish measured more than 90 centimeters and weighed over seven kilograms.
- The species has been recorded for years in Estonia and is recognized as an aggressive invasive species in North America.
A fish longer than 90 centimeters and weighing over seven kilograms has prompted concern in Finland about the spread of an invasive species in the Baltic Sea.
The fish was caught last year near the Finnish city of Lovisa. Scientists fear the species could establish itself in local waters.
The fish has been recorded in neighboring Estonia for several years. In Lithuania, it is an introduced species that is rarely seen and is more commonly associated with aquaculture ponds.
North America has already classified the fish as an aggressive invasive species, prompting concern over whether the Baltic states could face a similar outcome.
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Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.
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