Arctic Council Working Group 
Fishes (Marine) Expert Network
The Fishes Expert Network of the CBMP-Marine provides information on the status and potential changes in fish biodiversity and advice for monitoring.
The Fishes Expert Network of the CBMP-Marine is tasked with advising on how to implement related components of the Arctic Marine Biodiversity Monitoring Plan. Fishes have been identified as a Focal Ecosystem Component (FEC) in the Arctic Marine Biodiversity Monitoring Plan. FECs are key elements of the Arctic marine ecosystem. Changes in FECs status likely indicate changes in the overall marine environment.
Fishes FECs are:
- Polar cod
- Capelin
- Greenland halibut
