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4 Million Salmon Die in Tasmania Amid Rising Ocean Temperatures

1/26/2026

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Over 4 million salmon died in Tasmania in 2025, including 500,000 in November–December due to rising ocean temperatures.
The Environmental Protection Authority noted that high temperatures deplete oxygen and increase disease risk in salmon.
Retired professor Stewart Frusher warned southeastern Tasmanian waters are unsuitable for salmon farming.
There has been no regulatory action for Tasmanian companies, unlike Norway where penalties are imposed.
Salmon Tasmania has not responded to penalty calls.

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Over 4 million salmon died in Tasmania in 2025, including 500,000 in November–December due to rising ocean temperatures.
The Environmental Protection Authority noted that high temperatures deplete oxygen and increase disease risk in salmon.
Retired professor Stewart Frusher warned southeastern Tasmanian waters are unsuitable for salmon farming.
There has been no regulatory action for Tasmanian companies, unlike Norway where penalties are imposed.
Salmon Tasmania has not responded to penalty calls.