Fauna of the Celtic Sea

The waters of the Atlantic Ocean, of which the Celtic Sea is a part, are rich in plankton. It is the main food for most fish species.

A common fish of the Celtic Sea

The Celtic Sea is rich in fish. Its waters are home to a variety of fish species, including sea trout, salmon, cod, micromesistius, Atlantic horse mackerel, pentaceros richardsoni and many others. Fishing for cod, horse mackerel, hake, shrimp, squid and micromesistius plays an important role in the industrial component of the surrounding communities.

Mammals of the Celtic Sea

Marine mammals such as dolphins and seals are common off the Celtic Sea coast. Four species of cetaceans are commonly seen in the area: Minke whale, Bottlenose dolphin, short-billed common dolphin and Harbour porpoise.

The Dangerous Inhabitants of the Celtic Sea

The Celtic Sea is home to batoidea and demersal sharks.