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In 2021, Washington's Skagit River System Cooperative installed an 80-foot bridge over the Lucas channel. 5 years later, the project has helped reconnect fish habitat across the floodplain

A restoration project in Washington’s Barnaby Reach has focused on improving floodplain connectivity and fish passage by removing infrastructure at Barnaby Slough. The first phase included extensive dike and flow control structure removal, demolition of unused hatchery facilities, removal of five wells, decommissioning of a culvert, installation of an 80-foot…

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In 2009, Washington removed a century-old dike and let tides reclaim 762 acres; 21 miles of channels reopened, and young Chinook salmon entered the restored marsh in their first migration season

In 2009, the decision to remove sea dikes from the Nisqually River Delta paved the way for a remarkable transformation, rejuvenating 762 acres of marshland. Young Chinook salmon swiftly adapted to the new tidal channels, fostering their feeding and growth. This comprehensive restoration successfully re-established 21 miles of ancestral tidal…

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WWII hospital shipwreck in Albania now hosts devil firefish, squid eggs and a rare monk seal 80 years after sinking

Albania's sunken Hospital Ship 'Po' now supports a vibrant underwater ecosystem. Dense biological communities and 54 identified taxa thrive on its submerged structure. Researchers documented 28 fish species, including a critically endangered monk seal. The wreck influences seabed conditions, creating scour hollows and sediment trails. This historic vessel serves as…

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In 2006, Kentucky identified nutrient problems along 12.8 miles of Fleming Creek. 18 years later, monitoring showed the stream could fully support its aquatic life

Fleming Creek in northeast Kentucky has moved from nutrient-related impairment to full support for its warm water aquatic habitat designated use following years of monitoring, watershed planning and agricultural conservation. The Kentucky Division of Water listed miles 0.0–12.8 as impaired in the 2006 Integrated Report after monitoring identified elevated nitrate/nitrite…

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In 2020, Ohio removed a dam from the once-polluted Cuyahoga River; it reopened 39 km of habitat, and scientists later detected 15 additional fish taxa

The removal of the Brecksville Diversion Dam has enhanced river habitats, allowing migrating fish to thrive. Researchers documented the arrival of fifteen new fish species within the lower Cuyahoga River. While native species have successfully reestablished their presence, the advent of nonnative species also marked a significant change in the…

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In 2003, Florida's Manatee County acquired 482 acres of farmland for restoration. 5 years later, Robinson Preserve opened, and today 135 acres of coastal habitat are restored fueling $32.7 million in economic activity

At Robinson Preserve, restoration specialists designed protected water features that made it harder for larger predatory fish to reach juvenile fish. Strategic mangrove plantings and restricted-access water areas helped recreate conditions similar to natural coastal ponds and creeks.

The Economic Times

Grinding up fish to feed to fish is ‘absurd’: fears over UN aquaculture plan

Huge rollout of fish farms could harm ecosystems and threaten vulnerable communities’ food sources, say experts

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In 2022, Alaska began replacing a fish-blocking culvert with a 100-foot bridge at Little Tonsina River with a $1.3 million budget. 1 year later, 70.4 miles of salmon habitat were reopened to fish safely

A flood-damaged culvert along Alaska’s Little Tonsina River long prevented salmon from swimming upstream. In July 2022, crews began replacing the failing structure with a 100-foot bridge. The $1.3 million project, backed by federal infrastructure funds, finished one year later. By restoring natural currents, engineers successfully reopened 70.4 miles of…

The Economic Times

In 1997, Ted Turner opened his New Mexico ranch to endangered Mexican wolves; the facility became a major breeding centre for animals released into the wild

In 1997, Ted Turner’s Ladder Ranch in south-central New Mexico became part of an ambitious attempt to rescue the Mexican wolf from extinction. Rather than treating his vast ranchland simply as private property, Turner helped create a wolf management facility where endangered animals could be housed, bred and prepared for…

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In 2003, scientists targeted invasive fish in the Grand Canyon. By 2006, Rainbow Trout fell from 90% to less than 10% of the catch

For four consecutive years, scientists actively removed invasive fish species from the Colorado River. This strategic initiative led to a notable shift in the river's fish population, giving native fish a competitive advantage free from predation. Yet, persistent drought conditions complicated efforts to isolate the improvements directly linked to the…

The Economic Times

I sucked at About Fishing, but the PS1-style mystery game had me feeling more chill than frustrated

Aim, fling, reel, repeat (and yes, that is Ben Starr as a mermaid)

GamesRadar

Researchers capture footage of fish “moonwalking” on South China Sea floor

Scientists used underwater vehicles to record a trio of armored sea robins using their specialized, stiffened fin rays to summon the spirit of Michael Jackson and glide backwards along the seafloor

Digital Camera World

A synthetic hormone was added to a remote Canadian lake in tiny amounts — then an entire fish population nearly collapsed

A synthetic estrogen introduced into a Canadian lake caused a significant ecological shock. This chemical, present in tiny amounts, severely disrupted fathead minnow reproduction. Male fish exhibited hormonal changes and reproductive organ abnormalities after exposure. The fathead minnow population subsequently collapsed, with young fish disappearing. This experiment demonstrated how low…

The Economic Times

Satellite images show how penguins’ diets are changing in response to Antarctic climate change

The color of penguin poop, as seen from space, is offering a new window into how the ecology and the environment of Antarctica are changing over time.

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Lamar Jackson Is the Big Fish We Must Talk About in an Early Look at the 2027 QB Carousel

From veterans with juice to young players on short leashes, Conor Orr identifies 31 quarterbacks who could be on the move next season.

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In 2021, South Carolina sank a retired 250-foot barge off Edisto Island; its water tower and containers now give snapper and grouper cave-like shelter

In a strategic move to boost marine biodiversity, South Carolina wildlife managers are establishing artificial reefs. They recently sank a retired barge offshore, laden with a variety of donated materials that offer fish ample hiding spots. This initiative is designed to enhance both marine life and fishing opportunities, while also…

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An $8 million grant helped transfer 1,688 California acres to public ownership; the ranch will protect 1.6 miles of an undammed river and a major wildlife corridor

A significant eight million dollar grant has facilitated the acquisition of one thousand six hundred eighty-eight acres of land for public use. This area safeguards a crucial wildlife corridor and an undammed river, enhancing conservation efforts for native fish habitats and seasonal wildlife migration. The Park Ranch, located near Markleeville,…

The Economic Times

In 2016, Indiana found very poor fish health in 1.27 miles of Big Branch after years of pollution. 7 years later, its fish score reached 48 and the segment was cleared

Big Branch’s recovery is ultimately a reminder that environmental restoration is often measured in years rather than weeks. The stream did not improve because of a single cleanup project; its progress followed years of watershed planning, agricultural conservation, technical assistance, local participation and public funding.

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The Independent UK

Judge orders federal logging project halted in Shawnee National Forest

A federal judge has ordered the U.S. Forest Service to halt a logging project in Illinois' Shawnee National Forest

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People Are Drinking Fish-Tank Dye Because RFK Jr Did, And Doctors Want Them To Stop

A fish tank dye has become the wellness world's latest obsession. The doctors are not impressed. The tongues are very blue. Read the full article to see what people claim can happen if you drink methylene blue.

The Times of India

From 1886 to 1968, more than 20 million fish were stocked in waters that became Rocky Mountain National Park; in 2026 crews treated 14.3 miles to remove non-native fish and restore threatened greenback trout

In a significant move, Rocky Mountain National Park is eradicating non-native fish species that have invaded the ecosystem for more than eighty years. These fish have severely disrupted the balance of aquatic habitats. Teams are utilizing rotenone to treat streams connected to the Grand Ditch, focusing on fostering the endangered…

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In 1929, a fisherman built a wooden boat beside the home where he was raising 13 children; nearly a century later, $1.5 million is being raised to restore it

A wooden fishing boat built in 1929 is nearing restoration on Martha’s Vineyard, almost a century after it was built beside the home of a family raising 13 children. Little Lady, the sole remaining wooden fishing dragger in New England, is set to undergo major repairs. The $1.5 million project…

The Economic Times

Lake 223 acid rain experiment: Scientists added sulfuric acid to an Ontario lake for 17 years. The water recovered, but the fish didn’t

A 17-year acid rain experiment at Canada’s Lake 223 changed its water chemistry and disrupted its ecosystem. Although the lake’s acidity has since recovered, its lake trout population remains below half its original level. Scientists are now reintroducing a lost food-web species to study whether the ecosystem can recover.

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Sunken WWII hospital ship colonized by devil firefish and rare monk seals

A shipwreck off the coast of Albania has attracted both invasive species and provided a home for endangered ones, leading researchers to weigh the risks and benefits of these wrecks for local ecosystems.

The Economic Times

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers spent $7 million on fish ladders in 1938 to move salmon past Bonneville Dam; decades later, the system carries 1 million a season in good years

The Bonneville Dam’s fish ladders, designed as part of a New Deal initiative, remain operational after decades of service. The construction saw a notable increase in budget allocation. Annually, millions of fish traverse these ladders, predominantly hatchery-reared. However, wild salmon populations continue to dwindle, impacted by upstream dams and climate…

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