Are Fish Affected by Wind?

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Wind has a big effect on fish. Wind stirs water, bringing nutrients and food up from the bottom and is also responsible for putting oxygen into the water so fish can breathe. When wind stirs up the water and makes waves, the waves can protect fish from solar radiation. Wind creates currents in the water that can move small schools of fish. Larger fish will chase the smaller fish for food. Wind can also warm up the water, making fish more active feeders.

Wind has a big effect on fish. Wind stirs water, bringing nutrients and food up from the bottom and is also responsible for putting oxygen into the water so fish can breathe. When wind stirs up the water and makes waves, the waves can protect fish from solar radiation. Wind creates currents in the water that can move small schools of fish. Larger fish will chase the smaller fish for food. Wind can also warm up the water, making fish more active feeders.