Salmon anglers had a strong season in Iceland this summer, with more than 46,000 fish reportedly caught by rod in the country’s rivers. The total catch represented an increase of 35% compared with last year, RÚV English reported.
According to data from RÚV English, approximately 46,300 salmon were caught by rod, exceeding the long-term average by 12%.
The increase reflects a productive year for Iceland’s salmon angling rivers, which attract both domestic and international anglers. RÚV did not give a reason for the stronger performance compared with previous years.
Background
Iceland is a Nordic island country located in the North Atlantic Ocean, midway between Europe and North America. Its capital and largest city is Reykjavík, and the official language is Icelandic. The nation has a population of roughly 395,000 and is governed by a democratically elected administration.
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