4,000 fish, including dace and chub, released into the River Tame near Hyde to boost local nature and angling opportunities.
Anglers helped improve the river. They built safe spots for fish. This helps fish live there. Sales from fishing licences paid for it. The Fisheries Improvement Programme funded it all.
Winter is good for releasing fish. Cold water makes them less stressed. This gives them a better chance to live. February lets them adjust before spring. Spring is when they lay eggs.
Fish are important for rivers. They keep the river’s nature balanced. Putting more fish in also helps the environment. The Environment Agency coordinated these fish releases.
The agency strives to boost fish numbers. They support local fishing clubs. Officers help protect local fish. They also respond to fish emergencies. They fix pollution and improve habitats.
They make it easier to fish. They remove things blocking fish paths. The agency hopes more people will fish. Remember to buy a fishing licence. Fishing without one could mean a fine.
The fish grew at a special fish farm. It’s the National Coarse Fish Farm. It is located in Calverton, Nottinghamshire. The Environment Agency stocks many rivers yearly.
They add almost half a million fish each year. These fish belong to nine kinds of species. It all goes into different rivers across England. Fishing without a licence is illegal. This carries a heavy penalty. You could get a £2,500 fine. Officials might seize your fishing gear. So, ensure you get a licence beforehand.