Squid hatch

[Zak]

Interesting article here:

These creatures are multiplying along the Pacific coast. Blame the ‘blobs,’ scientists say

The ecological and economic implications are significant, scientists say, and the answers might help them better understand the mechanics of climate change.

www.seattletimes.com

 

[SilverFly]

Interesting article here:

These creatures are multiplying along the Pacific coast. Blame the ‘blobs,’ scientists say

The ecological and economic implications are significant, scientists say, and the answers might help them better understand the mechanics of climate change.

www.seattletimes.com

I know what I'll be tying more of this year.

 

[Zak]

I know what I'll be tying more of this year.

Looks like these "market squid" stay pretty far off shore.

 

[Ceviche]

Looks like these "market squid" stay pretty far off shore.

I’ve found those finger-sized (stuff-able sized calamari) swarming the boat basin at Neah Bay 30 years ago in June. Stuffed them with pesto and ricotta cheese and cooked in a spicy Puttanesca sauce.

If they’re talking about slab-mantle sized squid, they might be referring to Humboldt Squid. That’s a different kitchen game. Spicy ginger, garlic, onion squid salad?

 

[Zak]

I’ve found those finger-sized (stuff-able sized calamari) swarming the boat basin at Neah Bay 30 years ago in June. Stuffed them with pesto and ricotta cheese and cooked in a spicy Puttanesca sauce.

If they’re talking about slab-mantle sized squid, they might be referring to Humboldt Squid. That’s a different kitchen game. Spicy ginger, garlic, onion squid salad?

From the article:

California market squid, or Doryteuthis opalescens, reproduce quickly and don’t live long. Adults can reach up to 12 inches long and they have an abundance of both predators and prey.

This makes them highly responsive to environmental changes and a key part of the food chain.

 

[Ceviche]

From the article:

California market squid, or Doryteuthis opalescens, reproduce quickly and don’t live long. Adults can reach up to 12 inches long and they have an abundance of both predators and prey.

This makes them highly responsive to environmental changes and a key part of the food chain.

So these are the “bait-size” squid, right? Right in the middle of the food chain. Very interesting environmental indicator.