Preventing VHS fish virus
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Viral Hemorrhagic Septicemia, also known as the VHS fish virus, is a disease that causes fish to bleed out internally. It's rampant in the Great Lakes region and affects over 25 different species of fish, including muskies, walleye, yellow perch, gizzard shad, and round gobies. Infected fish transmit the virus in their urine and reproductive fluids, causing the disease to spread quickly. To reduce the risk of contamination, be cautious when fishing or stocking your backyard pond. Avoid fish with bulging eyes, a bloated abdomen, or signs of hemorrhaging. Although these symptoms do not necessarily mean a fish has VHS, they do indicate a possible health problem.
Radio Interview Source: Tim Simonson, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
To learn more about what you can do to stop the spread of the VHS fish virus, we suggest visiting the following helpful Web sites:
VHS Virus Facts: An overview of problems associated with the spread of the VHS virus.
VHS 101: Steps to take if you think your fish may be infected.
National Fish Hatchery System Addressing VHS: Learn more about the actions being taken to prevent the spread of the VHS fish virus in lakes across the United States.
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