Mixed-Source Reintroductions: Montana Research Shows How Genetic Diversity Affect Health, Viability Of Fish Reintroductions
October 18th, 2024
New research from University of Montana underscores the critical role of genetic variation in the conservation of threatened fish species.
Oregon’s Crater Lake Newt May Qualify For ESA Protection, Introduced Crayfish Decimating Populations
October 18th, 2024
In response to a legal petition from the Center for Biological Diversity, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced this week that the Crater Lake newt (also known as the Mazama newt) may qualify for protection under the Endangered Species Act.
More Land Added To NE Oregon’s Minam River Wildlife Area, Habitat For ESA-Listed Snake River Salmon, Steelhead
October 18th, 2024
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation added an additional 1,073 acres to the Minam River Wildlife Area in northeast Oregon, expanding the protected acreage to 16,646. This collaborative effort, finalized last month, builds upon significant land acquisitions from 2021 and 2023.
Biden Administration Designates Third Largest National Marine Sanctuary Off California’s Central Coast, 4500 Square Miles
October 18th, 2024
The Biden Administration has announced that NOAA is designating 4,543 square miles of coastal and offshore waters along 116 miles of California’s central coast as America’s 17th national marine sanctuary.
Northwest Power/Conservation Council Issues Draft Annual Report To Congress On Council Progress With Fish, Power
October 18th, 2024
A draft report to Congress briefly outlines progress the Northwest Power and Conservation Council made in fiscal year 2023 on its Power Plan and Columbia River Basin Fish and Wildlife Program. The draft report was approved to go out for public comment until Dec. 10 by the Council last week at its meeting in Portland.
ODFW Says Uncertified Moss Balls Have Been Shipped To Oregon, Raising Concerns About Zebra Mussel Infestation
October 8th, 2024
Worried about invasive, destructive zebra mussels coming into the state, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is asking aquarium and pet store shoppers in North Bend and Stayton areas who may have purchased marimo moss ball products in the last six months to contact the agency.
BIA Announces $10 Million To Upgrade Tribal In-Lieu, Treaty Fishing Access Sites Along Columbia River
October 8th, 2024
The Office of the Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs last week announced a nearly $10 million investment to provide critical rehabilitation at Tribal fishing sites along the Columbia River.
Washington Issues Climate Response Strategy To Deal With Snowpack Loss, Rising Sea Levels, Heat, Flooding, Drought, Wildfires, Ocean Conditions
October 8th, 2024
Dwindling snowpack, rising sea levels and dangerous heat events are among climate change challenges Washington state agencies are planning for under the guidance of a new “climate response” strategy.
Study Measures Impacts Of Harbor Seal Predation On Migrating Steelhead Smolts In Marine Waters
October 8th, 2024
Harbor seals consume as many as a third of young steelhead smolts migrating out of the Nisqually River’s delta in southern Puget Sound, new research shows.