Fish Stories

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The clown fish, which is the species portrayed in the film "Finding Nemo"

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Fish Stories

A new study suggests that the popularity of some fish species, brought on by movies such as “Finding Nemo,” might lead to their extinction. Juliet Eilperin, an author and reporter for The Washington Post speaks to Sam Litzinger about this possibility.

A new study suggests that the popularity of some fish species, brought on by movies such as “Finding Nemo,” might lead to their extinction. Juliet Eilperin, an author and reporter for The Washington Post speaks to Sam Litzinger about this possibility. Then, Sam speaks with veterinarian Greg Lewbart about his pioneering use of surgery to improve the health of pet fish. After that it’s BirdNote.

Music: The Animal House Theme; “Animal Dreams” by Bob James

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pangit ka wrote:

True mane people who are fish collector are interested in this species, and they re sell it at a very high price. - James Stuckey

May 4, 2013 - 6:22am