Summary At a time when large fish are rapidly disappearing from the world's oceans, one giant is making a comeback in Florida. The Goliath Grouper was facing extinction when it became a protected species in 1990. Since then, the population has had a chance to recover. Now, some members of the recreational fishing community are pushing to re-open the fishery. But scientists studying the colossal, slow-to-mature fish say such a move would be premature. Changing Seas joins scientists in the field to learn more about the life history of these awe-inspiring fish.
Directed : Unknown
Written : Unknown
Stars : Peter Thomas Craig Sechler Lad Akins Erik Cordes
Genres : Adventure Documentary
Release date : Jan 26, 2009
Countries of origin : United States
Official sites : Official site
Language : English
Production companies : WPBT Community Television Foundation of South Florida Inc.
Summary At a time when large fish are rapidly disappearing from the world's oceans, one giant is making a comeback in Florida. The Goliath Grouper was facing extinction when it became a protected species in 1990. Since then, the population has had a chance to recover. Now, some members of the recreational fishing community are pushing to re-open the fishery. But scientists studying the colossal, slow-to-mature fish say such a move would be premature. Changing Seas joins scientists in the field to learn more about the life history of these awe-inspiring fish.
Genres : Adventure Documentary
Release date : Jan 26, 2009
Countries of origin : United States
Official sites : Official site
Language : English
Production companies : WPBT Community Television Foundation of South Florida Inc.
