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| − | The '''Beluga''' is a type of [[sturgeon]] found mainly in Eurasia, especially in the [[Caspian Sea|Caspian]] and [[Black Sea|Black]] [[seas]]. It | + | The '''Beluga''' is a type of [[sturgeon]] found mainly in Eurasia, especially in the [[Caspian Sea|Caspian]] and [[Black Sea|Black]] [[seas]]. It is best known for its [[caviar]], which is considered to be one of the most expensive foods in the world. As a result, the species suffers from poaching and overfishing. Despite government restrictions, there is a thriving black market for the roe. |
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Revision as of 21:38, April 26, 2012
The Beluga is a type of sturgeon found mainly in Eurasia, especially in the Caspian and Black seas. It is best known for its caviar, which is considered to be one of the most expensive foods in the world. As a result, the species suffers from poaching and overfishing. Despite government restrictions, there is a thriving black market for the roe.