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Atlantic Salmon in Maine

By National Research Council , Committee on Atlantic Salmon in Maine

Book information

Year
2004
ISBN
0309091357, 9780309091350, 9780309529778
LCC
QL638.S2 A874 2004
Open Library ID
OL3315736M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
2 MB (1867248 bytes)
Pages
304\305
Time added
2011-06-04 13:46:07

Description

Because of the pervasive and substantial decline of Atlantic salmon populations in Maine over the past 150 years, and because they are close to extinction, a comprehensive statewide action should be taken now to ensure their survival. The populations of Atlantic salmon have declined drastically, from an estimated half million adult salmon returning to U.S. rivers each year in the early 1800s to perhaps as few as 1,000 in 2001. The report recommends implementing a formalized decision-making approach to establish priorities, evaluate options and coordinate plans for conserving and restoring the salmon.

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