Fishing Grounds of the Gulf of Maine by Walter H. Rich

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Author Rich, Walter H. (Walter Herbert), 1866-
Title Fishing Grounds of the Gulf of Maine
Note Reading ease score: 79.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits E-text prepared by Ronald Calvin Huber while serving as Penobscot Bay Watch, Rockland, Maine
Summary "Fishing Grounds of the Gulf of Maine" by Walter H. Rich is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The work provides an in-depth exploration of the productive fishing banks and commercial fisheries located within the Gulf of Maine, discussing their geographical significance and historical context. Rich's detailed accounts draw from extensive research and observations related to the various species of fish, the fishing industries, and their economic impact on the region. The opening of the text outlines the geographical and historical importance of the Gulf of Maine as a significant fishing area. It describes the chain of fishing banks that have long been recognized and utilized by fishermen from various nations, emphasizing that these grounds contribute a vast quantity of fish annually. The text introduces specific fishing areas, including the Inner and Outer Grounds, Georges Bank, and highlights the diversity of species supported in this rich marine environment, such as cod, haddock, and halibut, while also addressing the area's ecological features and the historical evolution of its fisheries. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class SH: Agriculture: Aquaculture, Fisheries, Angling
Subject Fisheries -- Maine, Gulf of
Category Text
EBook-No. 15035
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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