The Journal of Great Lakes Research has recently published “Evidence of lake trout (Salvelinus namaycush) natural reproduction in Lake Erie,” a new article on Lake Erie lake trout restoration.
Lake Trout can be found in cold lakes and is stocked for sport fishing. It’s found as native in 12 watersheds and has been regularly stocked in three others, outside its native range. Lake trout were once the dominant, offshore-benthic predator in Lake Ontario and Lake Erie. The species went into severe decline due to overfishing and invasive species.
Among the co-authors are five DEC Fisheries staff whose work lead to this major milestone in Lake Erie lake trout restoration. Readers are also treated to underwater footage of spawning lake trout and their spawning habitat.
Between now and November 26th, 2022, the article will be available to read and download without any sign-up requirements. You can read it here.
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