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Market squid laying eggs

Picture by: Unknown Picture taken on: April 21st, 2005

Tags: squid California southwest spawning fishwatch

The market squid fishery is unique - fishing occurs directly above the spawning grounds where the females lay their eggs. Because of this, it is key that squid lay eggs before they are captured so the population remains healthy in the future.

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