Burbot cod fishing on Kootenay Lake
Boats on the West Arm fishing for Burbot, also known as freshwater ling cod, May 22, 1971. These fish were very popular on Kootenay Lake in the late 1960s and early 70s, however a dramatic drop in their population lead to the species becoming red listed and nearing extinction. Today, biologists are...
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1971
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| Summary: | Boats on the West Arm fishing for Burbot, also known as freshwater ling cod, May 22, 1971. These fish were very popular on Kootenay Lake in the late 1960s and early 70s, however a dramatic drop in their population lead to the species becoming red listed and nearing extinction. Today, biologists are working hard to research the Burbot and restore it's numbers. |
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