Fish

UN warns: Migratory freshwater fish are disappearing

A UN report links the rapid collapse to a combination of dam construction, river fragmentation, pollution, overfishing, and climate change impacts.

An aerial view shows a plantation field in the Amazon rainforest during a Greenpeace flyover amid the UN Climate Change Conference (COP30), near Centro Novo, state of Maranhao, Brazil, November 13, 2025.
Oarfish, also called 'Doomsday fish'.

Twin giant 'Doomsday fish' found along a Mexican beach, startling tourists

Sushi at Sushi Bayit Vegan.

Sushi Bayit Vegan, Har Homa: Mehadrin sushi spot with cooked fish options - review

Nile Perch Chraime.

Every community and its fish: The complete guide to spicy fish stews


Hebrew University decodes mRNA’s role in embryo formation using zebrafish - study

Senior author Rabani commented, “Our work opens up new avenues for understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying cell fate determination during embryonic development.”

 Label injected into the zebrafish embryos at the one-cell stage which is incorporated into zygotic mRNA, while pre-existing maternal mRNA remains unlabeled.

Scientists discover how to breed a better quality fish for gefilte fish just before Passover

Hebrew University study finds selective breeding for disease resistance in fish improves food safety, reduces infection rates, and aids aquaculture.

‘HER GEFILTE fish I won’t attempt to describe.’ Illustrative

Stealth in schools: Fish noise reduction and the future of submarines

Fish swimming in schools create surprising stealth underwater, mimicking just one fish's noise. Research by Johns Hopkins offers insights for quieter submarines.

 illustration of a moving school of fish

PokeShop: An adventurous meal for fish-loving Israelis - review

For a people raised on gefilte fish and chopped liver, poke (which originated in Hawaii) is a very different kettle of fish.

 PokeShop

US Coast Guard boards Chinese fishing boats near Kiribati, official says

Reuters reported on Friday that Chinese police are working in Kiribati, with uniformed officers involved in community policing and a crime database program.

A fishing boat sails past a Chinese warship during a military drill off the Chinese coast near Fuzhou, Fujian Province, across from the Taiwan-controlled Matsu Islands, China, April 11, 2023.

World’s largest ‘monster’ goldfish found in Australian lake

While this goldfish measured a whopping 32 inches, the average goldfish will not surpass 8 inches.

 Fish swim in the Gulf of Eilat's coral reef.

Sarfati: Splurging on smoked salmon - review

The factory is open all week and there is a small café attached where you can order a sandwich or a plate of smoked fish.

 Sarfati

In times of crisis, this is how you should stock your pantry

Stock up on these nutritious foods that can be stored in your pantry for a long time, providing both physical and mental well-being.


Patients who get hormones could in future be treated more successfully

A new, versatile tool from Jerusalem for studying fish hormones could also upgrade fish farming and help animals live longer.

 Fish at Hebrew University could hold the key to future successful hormone treatments for humans

Woman loses arms, legs after eating contaminated fish

Laura Barajas, a mother of a 6-year-old boy, fell ill shortly after consuming tilapia.