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Sea Sturgeons in UK Aquaria?

Discussion in 'United Kingdom' started by Mr.Weasel, 9 Aug 2010.

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  1. Mr.Weasel

    Mr.Weasel Well-Known Member 10+ year member

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    Hi all. I'm trying to find out whether there have been any Sea Sturgeons (Atlantic/European species - Acipenser sturio) held in any aquariums/zoos in the UK. I'm not getting many answers from Google, I just wondered if there is anyone here who would know? Cheers. :)
     
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    kiang Well-Known Member 15+ year member

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    I remember a few years back a couple of medium sized sturgeon, in the large tank at deep sea world, South Queensferry, but i could not tell u what species they were
     
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  4. Mr.Weasel

    Mr.Weasel Well-Known Member 10+ year member

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    Thanks both, that's all I need to know.

    You were both really helpful, thanks a bunch. :)
     
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