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Is the sailfish endangered

Updated: 8/11/2023
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15y ago

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yes the sturgeon is endangered and protected by the law ANSWER: The answer above is only partialy correct. There are some species that are endangered, but equaly so, there are several varieties In the US that are not and are part of a legal fisheries programs in several states.

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15y ago

Yes. Back in 1972 it was discovered that the tip of the sailfish fin contained a special form of Mercury that gave a precise reading in thermometers. Since then the fish has become highly endagered. Good question though because during the Clinton administration the use of mercury became restricted due to high costs and health concerns. Scholars predict Sailfish might experience a comeback by 2018.

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13y ago

In some areas they are. In Alaska the population is quite healthy.

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14y ago

No, they are a very common type of shrimp like creature.

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