Is Archipelago Sea Baltic herring spawning (Airisto) happening right now?

As of today, peak season now, through ~June 30. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.

Each spring and early summer, Baltic herring (Clupea harengus membras) aggregate inshore in the Airisto inlet and nearby Archipelago Sea shorelines to deposit adhesive eggs on submerged vegetation and hard bottoms.

The event is spread over weeks, with multiple spawning waves; timing is governed by local water temperature and can vary year to year.

Where to see it

A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.

Viewing spots
Seili (Själö) visitor pier
Airisto Marina / Airisto Spa boat launch (Parainen / Naantali)
+ 1 more spot, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app →

This is the short version

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