Post by drivet on Jun 26, 2006 14:09:03 GMT
Due to the warming of northern waters, by a mere few degrees, there has been a shift in migrating fish species that have either have not been seen in ions that far north or are new to the northern waters.
This effect can cause eradication of many cold water species and on the other hand can bring about the introduction of newer species that in turn can upset the ecosystem in these areas.
Coral reefs have been a gage as to the effects of global warning. Lots of these species that make up coral reefs are dieing off. The smaller inhabitants (fish) are disappearing at an alarming rate. This is very detrimental to the survival of large species of fish who value these as a sustainable source of food.
How does it effect us? It effects us a great deal. It effects those whose lively hood is from fishing. It effects those who purchase seafood which supports the fishermen and his family. It effects those who are fortunate enough to be able to sport fish. It's another example of the 'domino effect' theory.
Many of us may not notice this from day to day, but when looking at it from year to year, we notice the change. We are accountable for our actions. We may not directly be responsible as individuals, but we are responsible as consumers of those who are bringing about this effect.
Sound the alarm. Only we can change this trend. One voice is like the sound of one hand clapping. Many voices together can be deafening. Let yourself be heard. If not for yourself, then for your children and grand children. Don't let them find out what a certain species was like from a book.
This effect can cause eradication of many cold water species and on the other hand can bring about the introduction of newer species that in turn can upset the ecosystem in these areas.
Coral reefs have been a gage as to the effects of global warning. Lots of these species that make up coral reefs are dieing off. The smaller inhabitants (fish) are disappearing at an alarming rate. This is very detrimental to the survival of large species of fish who value these as a sustainable source of food.
How does it effect us? It effects us a great deal. It effects those whose lively hood is from fishing. It effects those who purchase seafood which supports the fishermen and his family. It effects those who are fortunate enough to be able to sport fish. It's another example of the 'domino effect' theory.
Many of us may not notice this from day to day, but when looking at it from year to year, we notice the change. We are accountable for our actions. We may not directly be responsible as individuals, but we are responsible as consumers of those who are bringing about this effect.
Sound the alarm. Only we can change this trend. One voice is like the sound of one hand clapping. Many voices together can be deafening. Let yourself be heard. If not for yourself, then for your children and grand children. Don't let them find out what a certain species was like from a book.