Two Anglers Cited for Exceeding Red Snapper Limit in Gulf
Two anglers were cited on September 11, 2026 by Texas Game Wardens for exceeding the federal red snapper limit in Gulf waters off Texas, reinforcing strict catch quotas.
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Researchers Track Possible Spread of Catfish Cancer to New Brunswick
Researchers, including fisherman Scott Young, are testing New Brunswick waters for a contagious brown bullhead catfish cancer first seen in Quebec, aiming to determine if the disease is spreading beyond the province.
Transmissible Melanoma Found in Lake Memphremagog Catfish
Researchers have discovered a transmissible melanoma in brown bullhead catfish from Lake Memphremagog, with about one third of the fish showing tumors. This marks the first known case of a transmissible cancer in fish, highlighting a rare phenomenon previously observed only in a few mammal species.
Quebec Increases Fisheries Fund to $50 Million for Five Years
Quebec and the federal government have renewed the Quebec Fisheries Fund, allocating $50 million over five years to help the province’s fisheries sector diversify.
