Overview

The “Fish Tagging, Surgery, and Welfare Workshop” is designed for fish biologists, technicians, and researchers to enhance their skills and knowledge through lectures and hands-on labs. Participants will learn techniques for successfully anesthetizing fish, performing tagging surgeries, conducting water quality tests, and performing postmortem examinations, with an emphasis on field conditions.
Laboratory sessions involve live salmonids, and instruction is provided by faculty, staff from the Atlantic Veterinary College, and experienced fish veterinarians.

Dates

April 1-3, 2025

• Confirmation of attendance at this workshop is required by March 1, 2025.

Location

Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island

Organizer

Dr. Jeff Davidson (Professor – Health Management, AVC)

Cost

$1,200 + HST 

• Payment can be made by cheque to AphrodiSea Inc or by e-transfer payment to davidson@upei.ca [AphrodiSea Inc].

Proposed Workshop Agenda

For more information or to register, email Jeff Davidson at davidson@upei.ca.