Salmon

Yarrell, William. A history of British fishes. Vol. 1. London: J. Van Voorst, 1836. [Elizabeth Friedlander Collection, Special Collections, UCC Library, University College Cork, Ireland]​

Did you know? Salmon are considered keystone species playing an essential role in the health of our river ecosystems. They are indicators of healthy aquatic life and are sensitive to pollutants. ​

SDG Targets: All 10 targets of SDG 14 are important for protecting salmon. Wild salmon are seriously threatened mainly due to global increase in water pollution and overfishing. We can help salmon in many ways, especially by taking responsibility for our own sustainable practices, from what goes down our drain to where from we buy our fish. ​

This image was created in response to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 14 and formed part of Our Evolving Relationship with Life Below Water interactive exhibition. For more information see: https://libguides.ucc.ie/LifeBelowWater/

 

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