Sturgeon: Giant Aquatic Wonder š
A giant four-meter (13-foot) long sturgeon was recently found in the Kennebec River in Maine, USA. Sturgeons are famous for their large size, long lifespan, and ancient features.
š The world's largest sturgeon:
A beluga sturgeon was caught in the Volga River estuary in 1827. It was a female fish, measuring 7.2 meters (24 feet) long and weighing more than 1.5 tons (3,463 pounds).
š§¬ Sturgeon characteristics:
Ancient species: Sturgeons have existed on Earth for about 200 million years, so they are called living fossils.
Lifespan and size: They can live for over 100 years and can grow to be enormous.
Source of world-famous caviar: Sturgeon eggs are called caviar, which is known as a very luxurious food.
š± Conservation Needs:
Many species of sturgeon are currently in danger of extinction, due to overfishing and environmental pollution. Therefore, various steps are being taken worldwide to conserve them.
The story of the sturgeon reminds us of natural diversity and the importance of conservation.
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