Author : National Research Council
Release : 2004-09-07
Genre : Technology & Engineering
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 586/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Atlantic Salmon in Maine by : National Research Council
Download or read book Atlantic Salmon in Maine written by National Research Council. This book was released on 2004-09-07. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.