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The European sea sturgeon (Acipenser sturio), also known as the Atlantic sturgeon or common sturgeon, is a species of sturgeon native to Europe. It was formerly abundant, being found in coastal habitats all over Europe. [5] Most specifically, they reach the Black and Baltic Sea. [6] It is anadromous and breeds in rivers.
Note 1 - European eel (Anguilla anguilla), Adriatic sturgeon (Acipenser naccarii) and European sturgeon (Acipenser sturio) are listed as Critically Endangered species (IUCN) status by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Any of these fish caught, must be photographed, then returned to the water immediately.
Since 1996 Baltic sturgeon recovery has been attempted, with American donor populations used due to genetic similarities. Re-introduction with focus on returning these sturgeon to their native spawning grounds. [17] NatureServe considers the species Vulnerable. [18] In 2012, the Atlantic sturgeon received protection under the Endangered Species ...
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The Habitats Directive (more formally known as Council Directive 92/43/EEC on the Conservation of natural habitats and of wild fauna and flora) [1] is a directive adopted by the European Community in 1992 as a response to the Berne Convention.
(The Center Square) – A group of Wisconsin lawmakers have filed legislation to protect sturgeon spearing in the state. The bill would exempt Wisconsin from any listing of lake sturgeon under the ...
Annexe IV of European Habitats Directive, listing European Protected Species (scientific names only).. List of European Protected Species (animals only) including English names where they have them (on Natural England web-page, but includes non-UK species). European Protected Species (animals) occurring in UK: scientific and English names.