The Improve Aquatic LIFE podcast follows one of Europe’s most ambitious conservation projects. First up is an episode on the exciting life of sea trout.
Exciting facts in podcast form
In a new podcast, listeners can follow what’s happening and learn more about the work that is restoring healthy ecosystems in rivers, lakes, wetlands and coastal waters. The podcast explores how the Improve Aquatic LIFE project is strengthening biodiversity, protecting threatened species such as Freshwater pearl mussel, Thick shelled river mussel, salmon and sea lamprey, and preparing our waters for the challenges of climate change. Species that are not directly prioritized, but important from many other aspects, are also featured in the podcast.
What do we really know about sea trout – and what remains to be discovered?
Each podcast episode features experts, scientists and entrepreneurs talking about their work. Expect interesting and exciting facts about both new research findings and unknown properties of animal species, plants and ecosystems.
Spawning sea trout.
Photo: Nicka Hellenberg
Sea trout kicks off the series
First up in the podcast series is episode 1: Sea trout – research, facts and fascination
What do we really know about sea trout – and what remains to be discovered? Guests are Johan Höjesjö, Professor of Ecological Zoology at the University of Gothenburg, and Anders Nilsson, Professor of Aquatic Ecology at Lund University, who share exciting insights into the life and future of the sea trout. The program is hosted by Nicka Hellenberg, sea trout enthusiast and responsible for the Swedish Anglers Association’s large fish register.
Listen here, or wherever podcasts are available!