September 14, 2024
First installed during the Colonial era as a constant reminder of fishing’s economic importance, a five-foot-long wooden codfish called “the Sacred Cod” hangs above the Massachusetts House of Representatives.
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10 of the World’s Most Dangerous Fish
Many people around the world depend on fishes or products made from fishes for their food and economic livelihood. More than 30,000 different species ply Earth’s oceans and bodies of fresh water. The beauty of many fish species is highlighted in fish stores, aquariums, and in home collections. Some
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