Germany has an aquatic ecosystem that is the most diverse in nature, it includes clean mountain lakes as well as busy rivers and peaceful coastal waters. This diversity is seen in the amazing number of native fish species, each with their own set of traits and adaptations.
Freshwater Fish
Germany: Several types of trout can be found in German waters like brown rouge, rainbows and charr; The culinary importance and angling popularity of these fishes, qualify them for targeted fishing or aquaculture.
Pike (Hechte): Der Hecht ein angstgebender Überflieger mit seinem charakteristisch langgestrecktem Körper und langen Zähnen. Sport fishing species and a critical part of aquatic systems, this is the fish we are dealing with.
Perch (Perche): Like Bass, Perch are small freshwater fish which has a spiny dorsal fin. Smallmouth Bass are usually in lakes, ponds and slow moving rivers.
Carp (Karpfen): Carp are omnivorous, large fish that live in the bottom areas of lakes and sometimes rivers. This can be meaningful for aquatic ecosystems.
Saltwater Fish
A general rule of thumb is that the species composition at Germany’s coastlines illustrates a number of marine habitats and saltwater fish. Here are a few prominent examples:
Cod (Kabeljau): Der Kabeljau ist ein weit verbreiteter und kommerziell geforderter Speisefisch, der hauptsächlich in Nordsee und Ostsee vorkommt.
Herring: Hering are small, shiny fishes that school up. They form a crucial component of the marine food chain, and therefore are beneficial for commercial fishing.
Salmon (Lachs) Salmon are anadromous fish, migrating from saltwater to freshwater for breeding. German rivers are home to the native Atlantic salmon, but these stocks have dwindled in recent years.
Conservation Efforts
Habitat loss, overfishing and pollution means many of Germany’s fish species are in trouble. The German government has taken steps to conserve these valuable aquatic resources due, including
Restoration:this involves creating healthy habitats in areas that have been degraded, such as damaged rivers and wetlands.
MARINE ENDEAVOURS Fisheries management (back to top) Sustainable fishing practices are being promoted in efforts to secure the viability of fish stocks for the future.
Preventing pollution: Efforts are being made to limit waterway contamination in order that the high quality of fish and their habitats is protected.
Knowing some of the weird and wonderful fish species found in Germany gives us an appreciation for them, this must somehow translate to efforts at securing their existence not only for ourselves but also our children.