“Environment Agency teams are working hard to contain and control invasive non-native species so that native fish, ecosystems and other wildlife are reduced from the damage they pose,” said Simon Toms, National Fisheries Management Team Leader at the Environment Agency.
“That is why it is crucial that the public understand the potential risks posed by this species and report the capture or sightings of all pink salmon to us, whether that be through our new reporting tool or to the EA’s national hotline.”
Fisheries managers, anglers, net fishers and members of the public are requested to report any sightings or catches to the EA’s national hotline – 0800 80 70 60 – or use the new reporting tool that has been developed in collaboration with Fisheries Management Scotland and Natural Resources Wales.