Signs of jumbled hormones that trouble creatures from turtles to alligators have now turned up in a superstar of sportfishing - the largemouth bass.
Almost one in five male largemouths from rivers around the country had microscopic egg cells inside their testes, said Jo Ellen Hinck, a biologist at the U.S. Geological Survey who worked on a nine-year project to test fish from more than 100 locations.
Bass were among just a few kinds of fish where the study found those characteristics, which researchers labeled as intersex features.
http://jacksonville.com/news/metro/2009-09-28/story/study_bass_in_the_southeast_us_showing_hormone_issue
Quote from: fsu813 on September 28, 2009, 12:34:46 PM
Signs of jumbled hormones that trouble creatures from turtles to alligators have now turned up in a superstar of sportfishing - the largemouth bass.
Almost one in five male largemouths from rivers around the country had microscopic egg cells inside their testes, said Jo Ellen Hinck, a biologist at the U.S. Geological Survey who worked on a nine-year project to test fish from more than 100 locations.
Bass were among just a few kinds of fish where the study found those characteristics, which researchers labeled as intersex features.
http://jacksonville.com/news/metro/2009-09-28/story/study_bass_in_the_southeast_us_showing_hormone_issue
"But,.......but,......you can't believe those scientists" says John Mica. "Have any of the fishermen confirmed this, through anecdotal stories?" he continues.
http://www.metrojacksonville.com/forum/index.php?topic=5593.15
Damn that Mica!
Mr. Mica, I don't think that local fishermen are going to examining the gonads of the bass that they catch and the hormonal changes don't involve the fish growing little titties. Put a sign on your desk that says, "Engage brain before opening mouth."
I think the hairpiece is causing some overheating.
Quote from: fsu813 on September 28, 2009, 12:34:46 PM...........Almost one in five male largemouths from rivers around the country had microscopic egg cells inside their testes............
You know that all the fish I ever caught I never saw anything that I could identify as testes. I figured the fish needed to know that more than me anyway.
The title is an obvious truth. Now what are you going to do about it?
Quote from: kellypope on October 19, 2009, 06:28:23 PM
The title is an obvious truth. Now what are you going to do about it?
I dunno about the rest of you but I feel like cooking some fish over a coal BBQ.
Quote from: kellypope on October 19, 2009, 06:28:23 PM
The title is an obvious truth. Now what are you going to do about it?
Clearly hard-core Republicans just joke about it.
Funny thing is that besides healthcare, concern for our environment is a truly bi-partisan issue that requires shared sacrifices.
Commence the sacrifices!
Quote from: FayeforCure on October 20, 2009, 12:51:51 PM............Funny thing is that besides healthcare, concern for our environment is a truly bi-partisan issue that requires shared sacrifices.............
Shared sacrifices? ..... The article did hint that they didn’t know if egg cells had been in the bass testies before now or not.
..........They were quoting the possible cause is from estrogen used in birth control medications. Let's not forget that estrogen is administered to treat menopause and other female reproductive conditions. It is also prescribed for some rare blood diseases in both male and female. The problem would be that unused estrogen is not removed by the sewage treatment system. Then there are the plant estrogens present in things like soy products.
Should we ban estrogen? Does it really matter if largemouth bass have egg cells in their testis?
However, I can attest to the fact that if we ban hormone replacement therapy to menopausal women we all suffer. Some will suffer more than others.
Ah the unforeseen consequences of chemical birth control. . .
Hey, y'all. Jacksonville is the 8th most toxic city in the US. Awesome!
http://www.forbes.com/2009/11/02/toxic-cities-pollution-lifestyle-real-estate-toxic-cities_chart.html?partner=contextstory
^^ I just read today that we were 11th or 13th for highest unemployment in another survey!! We're on a roll.
Maybe the bass were just getting in touch with their feminine side....?
We're still number one in the Least Walkable Cities list, according to HuffPost. Sure could use some better transit options...
most toxic city?
this is the criteria:
"Poor air quality, lack of clean water and a high rate of superfund sites make these metros most contaminated."
but Jax just made the list of Best Air Quality:
http://smartercities.nrdc.org/cities/jacksonville-fl
#10 - Jacksonville, FL
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Perhaps this study focused on soil and water toxicity?
Bumper sticker: Florida's First Coast-where Miami begins!!
No, it's where Georgia ends.
Sorry Kelly, Georgia ends at about Daytona/Orlando line.
Quote from: FayeforCure on October 20, 2009, 12:51:51 PM
Quote from: kellypope on October 19, 2009, 06:28:23 PM
The title is an obvious truth. Now what are you going to do about it?
Clearly hard-core Republicans just joke about it.
Funny thing is that besides healthcare, concern for our environment is a truly bi-partisan issue that requires shared sacrifices.
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Latina demonstrating the proper way to sex a fish.
Well, well, I'm sure as hell not a Republican and haven't been to a Republican love fest since I went with Faye's Nemesis back when we elected Clinton. I completely disagree on what's coming next, some wacko from the left side of the party's telling me if I can be safe with a fish. "Safe Fish," just doesn't sound palatable. If we flush a few billion dollars after this I'm sure we can fix it. From here on out any man caught with a fishy scent will be subject to a full body search. If you want Safe Fish, you may only get your weekly 3 oz from a certified, United States Fish Commission, Safe Fish, direct distributor. All fish will be checked for sex before sale, male fish will only be sold to men and female fish only to women, there will be NO GAY FISH allowed. However if you already own a fish, and you suspect it of being Gay, the new law makes provision for a certified Safe Fish sex change surgery. Apply under the new government medical insurance policy on the form KCUSSRETAHACIM in triplicate...Be sure to wear your seat belt suckers, Gay Fish today, and their coming for you tomorrow.
OCKLAWAHA
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Oh what an illustration a dual sexed fish will provide, when a Fish and Game officer takes my bucket of fresh tasty snapper and I tell him, "Go screw yourself..."
OCKLAWAHA
click!
The outdoor publications depict endless photos with ever so lovely looking ladies profiling 'their' catch..............yet when I am out and about out there mostly what is seen are those that dine on a coke and FunYums for breakfast...........
You're doing it wrong.
a fish walked into a bar, testes under one gill and ovaries under the other gill, the bartender looked at the fish and said . . .
Glad we're all serious about this.
Why is fishing better then sex?
Fish are real happy when you pick up your gear and go home.