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Insertion of acoustic transmitter

Detailed Description

A USGS biologist inserts an acoustic transmitter into the belly of a fish through a small surgical incision. The incision will be stitched closed with sutures and the fish released back into the river. 

Sources/Usage

Public Domain.

Photographer – Andrea Fritts, U.S. Geological Survey

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