The storm event on October 21st brought an invasion of jellyfish to flooded areas. Eating jellyfishis thought to have resulted in one dog fatality, raising concerns for pet owners across Kotzebue.

The article discusses the rapid increase in salmon lice due to warming seas and the failure of open net-pen aquaculture to control it, threatening wild salmon populations and prompting calls for zero-emission solutions.

A new plant species is establishing itself in the area and impacting native beach greens.

"Grayling guts with unknown pearl like cyst or tapeworm. Never seen this before in our grayling."

Starfish wasting observed in Kassan for the first time in several years.

From the images shared, these appear to be Philemona, a freshwater parasite. Philomena is a food quality concern but is Not considered a human health concern. With proper preparation, the salmon is safe to eat.