Prehistoric Atlantic sturgeon, famed in the Hudson River, considered for endangered status


Photo credit: NJ.com

The Atlantic sturgeon - an ancient 8-foot long fish that can weigh up to 200 pounds and live over 50 years - is being considered for endangered status in the New York - New Jersey Bight, among other locations along the Atlantic coast.  The public comment period has been extended until February 3, 2011.
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Posted by WILDNEWJERSEY at 1/2/2011 7:00 AM
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