#atlantic-salmon

#atlantic-salmon

Edward L. Shugrue III recently caught a fifty-two-pound Atlantic salmon in Norway's Alta River, marking it as one of the largest ever caught. This event was monumental for Shugrue, who described the fish as a "real fucking fish" on his way home while reflecting on the catch. The challenge of fishing in the Alta River is evident from the limited number of rods available, with less than a hundred existing and often passed down through generations, emphasizing the exclusivity and significance of this fishing experience.

The changing climate threatens the survival of spring salmon in the Dee's Special Area of Conservation, where populations have declined steeply due to rising temperatures and changes in river flow.