LISTEN: Illegal Highland Fish Sales Warning
A campaign has been launched to crackdown on illegal sales of salmon in the Ness District.
A campaign against dodgy deals involving illegally-caught or sold salmon is being launched.
It's a partnership campaign by police and the Ness District Salmon Fishery Board.
They've produced a guide for buyers, warning them about illegal sales.
Offenders could face a £2,000 fine and a criminal record.
MFR News speaks to Ness District Salmon Fishery Board director Chris Conroy...
Board director Chris Conroy said: “Only farmed salmon or those caught in legal net fisheries can be sold in Scotland.
"It is completely illegal to sell any rod caught salmon, whether by the angler themselves or a third parties such as restaurants or fishmongers."
Chief Inspector Colin Gough, Wildlife Crime co-ordinator for the Highlands, said: "This initiative is an excellent example of agencies working together at a practical level to tackle this type of crime and preserve wild salmon and sea trout."