White cysts in the muscle of salmon could be caused by Henneguya salminicola also called "tapioca disease". It affects the texture of the meat but is not a health concerns for people. White cysts could also however, be from a tape worm. That is a human health concern. Guidance on how to check the cysts to confirm and how to prepare food so it is safe to eat, is provided.
It is apparent that this area of coastline has experienced a sharp decline in its prawn populations. This may be due to increased fishing pressure from commercial prawn fishermen.
The trout we were gorging on them and the mergansers looked like they had eaten their fill.
Research finds farmed salmon virus may cause jaundice/anemia.
A sperm whale has been confirmed on Vancouver Island's eastern coast for the first time since 1984.
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