Brown trout are released into the River Clyde
PRIMARY five pupils from Cardoss have reared brown trout from eggs and released them back into the River Clyde.
The project was part of the Clyde in the Classroom scheme, which is run by the Clyde River Foundation to encourage young people to engage with nature and protect the environment.
The children were able to release over 180 fish from 200 eggs into Geilston burn, which flows into the Clyde.
Argyll and Bute Council’s policy lead for education, Councillor Yvonne McNeilly, said: ‘This is a wonderful project which teaches our young people about nature and the importance of looking after the environment and encourages them to be caring, empathetic individuals.
‘We have young people to be proud of and want the very best for them. Imaginative projects like this one are a key part of this.’
Head teacher at Cardross Primary Elspeth Davis said: ‘The children and their class teacher, Mr Henry, did an exceptional job rearing the fish from eggs.
‘It was an extremely challenging project as the correct water temperature had to be established and maintained in order for the fish to survive and grow.
‘This proved particularly challenging on our snow closure days but the commitment of the class shone through and we were delighted that were able to release so many fish.
‘It was a fantastic project to be engaged in and we were delighted to be given the opportunity to learn so much.’