Bozeman
Bozeman, MT 59715
Plan Your Visit
Our office and laboratories are not open to the public. Email us to schedule a tour of our laboratories and discuss how we can accommodate your group or school.
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Bozeman Fish Health Center
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4050 Bridger Canyon Rd Bozeman, MT 59715
Hours Office Hours: Mon - Fri 8am - 4 pm
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Get Involved
Bozeman Fish Health Center staff support community groups, schools, and conservation agencies through visits, career fairs, fishing derbies, and pollinator events. They share their passion for aquatic and natural resources with the community to encourage involvement in conservation.
Services
The Bozeman Fish Health Center provides several specialized laboratory services:
- Bacteriology Laboratory: Identifies bacteria using traditional technology.
- Histology Laboratory: Processes histology blocks and slides for research.
- Molecular Laboratory: Uses PCR testing to detect DNA/RNA sequences for species and pathogen identification.
- Parasitology Laboratory: Assesses parasites, including those causing whirling disease.
- Virology Laboratory: Screens for and cultures viruses using fish cell lines.
- Veterinary Services: Provided to National Fish Hatcheries and tribal partners.
- DNA ploidy analysis: Conducts triploidy induction success testing using flow cytometry.
About
The Bozeman Fish Health Center provides comprehensive aquatic animal health testing, analysis, and certification services to eight western states. Originally established in 1974 in Colorado, the center relocated to Bozeman, Montana, in 1996 to foster cooperative partnerships and scientific advancement. Their mission focuses on leadership in science and technology for the conservation of aquatic ecosystems, emphasizing fisheries, invasive species, and animal health.