Fishermen wonder about new phenomenon following tsunami

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28th DEC 13:58 hrs IST

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Alappuzha: Decline in fish catch, appearance of the deadly 'puffers' and a weak 'chakara' phenomenon are developments in the aftermath of the tsunami that have left the fishermen in the coastal areas here puzzled and looking for answers.

While scientific explanations are awaited, the fishermen wonder aloud if the tsunami has overturned the internal structure of the ocean. Among the most noticeable phenomenon in the months following the tsunami was the decline in the availability of fish, especially the much sought after varieties like prawns and pomfrets. In tsunami-affected areas like Arattupuzha and Andhakaranazhi, fishing is nominal as most country boats return empty.

Another disquieting development has been the sudden appearance of the puffer fish, which destroy fishnet and eat small fish. Fishermen say puffer fish are usually seen in the Indian Ocean and wonder if these have been evacuated to the Arabian Sea coast due to the tsunami. They speculate that ruination of plants on the sea bed of the Indian Ocean and the shortage of food may have forced the puffer fish to flee to the Arabian Sea.

Another major development being attributed to the tsunami is the near disappearance of the annual 'chakara' formation along the Alappuzha coast during the monsoon this year...

left San Francisco Bay never to return. The sea lions moved in then and never left.

Kinda left my lttle town without its symbol, being named the Spanish word for "shark" and the shark is our logo.

A thread I started in the Science forum, about how Australian scientists have found a "dead zone" in the aftermath of the tsunami.

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=view_all&address=228x16143

Yes, I know they're very dangerous, that some chefs are renowned for being able to cook them as a safe meal, but don't those puffers fetch a good price?

I'm just wondering if there's a way for the fishermen to turn adversity into profit, if someone wants to play Russian roulette with their fish filet.