The Harvest of the Sea

The Harvest of the Sea by James G. Bertram is a comprehensive study on the natural and economic history of British food fishes. The book provides detailed information on fish life growth and reproduction including the process of fructifying fish eggs. It discusses the fecundity of fish their sense of smell and hearing and their rate of growth. The author highlights the mysteries surrounding fish life such as the migration patterns of eels and the spawning habits of herring. The book also touches on the need for a marine observatory to study the growth of sea fish and suggests the establishment of fish-culture facilities for research purposes. Through detailed observations and scientific analysis the author aims to shed light on the lesser-known aspects of fish biology and contribute to a better understanding of marine ecosystems.