Science Inventory

New research method looks at fish mucus

Citation:

CHURCH, M. AND J. L. EBERSOLE. New research method looks at fish mucus. Presented at Oregon Hatchery Research Center, Alsea, OR, May 24, 2010.

Impact/Purpose:

We have developed a new way to analyze fish tissues to understand fish ecology. Instead of killing the fish to collect the sample for analysis, we collect body mucus from the fish and analyze that. The fish can then be returned alive to the stream or lake.

Description:

We have developed a new way to analyze fish tissues to understand fish ecology. Instead of killing the fish to collect the sample for analysis, we collect body mucus from the fish and analyze that. The fish can then be returned alive to the stream or lake.

Record Details:

Record Type:DOCUMENT( PRESENTATION/ POSTER)
Product Published Date:05/24/2010
Record Last Revised:09/02/2010
OMB Category:Other
Record ID: 226243