Fish with regional accents and dialects

British Scientists revealed that European Cod fish have regional accents and distinct dialects along the British coastline.

Professor Steve Simpson, a Marine biologist professor and fish ecologist, leading a new study at University of Exeter said, “This species is highly vocal with traditional breeding grounds established over hundred or even thousands of years, so the potential for regionalism is there”. He recently received a medal from the Fisheries Society of the British Isles (FSBI), an organisation which promotes the interests of fish biology and fisheries management.

The study by scientists found “chatty” fish, making distinct noise  with their swim bladders, with high vocal are being drowned out by the noise of boat engines.

Crownfish in colonies makes popping sound to demonstrate dominance and Purr to show submission while the male midshipman hums to attract female companions.

The barrage of sound from marine traffic is making it impossible for fish to make themselves heard. Professor Simpson also is discussing his study at the Natural Environment Research Council, into The Blue event in Liverpool.