Deadly virus found in wild Pacific salmon
Killer virus which spreads like wildfire is causing concern among US scientists and fishermen.
28 Nov 2011
In the Pacific northwest of the United States, salmon is the king of fish, supporting a multi-billion dollar industry.
However, Canadian scientists have recently discovered a deadly virus infecting the ocean’s salmon.
The virus has caused concern among US scientists and fishermen.
Al Jazeera’s Rob Reynolds reports from Seattle.
Source : Al Jazeera
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