Closed — 3 Findings

Finding 001  ·  March 2024
Tuna
Thunnus spp.
Closed
Primary classification. Tuna is a fish. It is also a yummy dish. Both determinations are final. This is the Bureau's foundational case.
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Finding 002  ·  May 2024
Mackerel
Scomber spp.
Closed
Second classification. Mackerel is a fish. Deliberation was brief. The case file is short. This is not considered a shortcoming.
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Finding 003  ·  July 2024
Anchovy
Engraulidae
Closed
Fastest classification to date. The panel reached agreement before the meeting formally began. Anchovy is a fish. The case file reflects this efficiency.
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Pending — 6 Findings

Finding 004  ·  Opened October 2024
Halibut
Hippoglossus spp.
Pending
Expected to be confirmed as a fish. Deliberation is proceeding out of thoroughness, not doubt. Resolution anticipated Q2 2025.
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Finding 005  ·  Opened October 2024
Sardine
Sardina pilchardus
Pending
Pending. The panel has feelings about sardine. Those feelings are documented. Classification will proceed professionally regardless.
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Finding 006  ·  Opened November 2024
Salmon
Salmo salar
Pending
Salmon is a fish. Everyone knows salmon is a fish. We are doing the paperwork. Resolution anticipated Q1 2025.
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Finding 007  ·  Opened November 2024
Mahi-Mahi
Coryphaena hippurus
Pending
The name required additional consideration before assessment could begin. Assessment has since begun. Resolution anticipated Q3 2025.
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Finding 008  ·  Opened December 2024
Swordfish
Xiphias gladius
Pending
Has a sword. The sword prompted an internal memo. The memo has been resolved. Classification is proceeding normally. Resolution anticipated Q4 2025.
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Finding 009  ·  Opened September 2024
The Unnamed Item
Unknown — Tip #47
Pending
Submitted via tip line. Has fins. Also has something the panel is not prepared to characterize yet. Additional time has been requested. The something is not a leg. Probably.
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Under Review — 1 Finding

Finding 010  ·  Opened November 2024
Whatever That Was
Unknown — Tip #83
Under Review
One panel member has requested leave following review of the submitted photograph. Classification is suspended. The Bureau is not prepared to share further details at this time.
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