Rediscovery of the Mekong giant salmon carp in Cambodia
UNVERIFIED·Primary source · Mongabay
The Mekong giant salmon carp, previously feared extinct, has been recorded for the fourth time since 2020.
Recent specimens were recovered from market vendors, leading to a ban on capture and sale.
Researchers recommend non-invasive detection and regional cooperation for species conservation.
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01 — What / Thesis
Rediscovery of the Mekong giant salmon carp in Cambodia
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02 — Who / Subject
Bunyeth Chan, Cambodian Fisheries Administration
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03 — Where / Locus
Cambodia, Mekong River Basin
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04 — When / Temporality
November 27, 2025
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