When the General Assembly of Pennsylvania officially made the brook trout the state fish March 9, 1970, there wasn’t really ...

Salvelinus means they’re part of the salmon family that’s native to eastern North America and fontinalis in Latin means “of a spring or fountain” and refers to the brookies’ native ...

Restoration measures were needed to address habitat fragmentation issues for native Brook Trout (Salvelinus fontinalis) – a keystone coldwater fishery species for a reach of this riverine system in ...

The native westslope cutthroat trout (named for the slash of red on its throat) is staging a comeback after decades of losing ground to its immigrant cousins in the Rocky Mountains. Robert M ...

Fish scales absorb different elements into the calcified matrix from surrounding waters as well as from the foods consumed. Scales microchemistry is drawing rising attention for its applicability in a ...

Wisconsin, with its diverse landscapes of forests, wetlands, and lakes, is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts. From the northern woods to the Mississippi River, the state’s varied ecosystems host a rich ...

The white-tailed deer is ubiquitous across Virginia’s diverse landscapes, from the coastal plains to the rugged Appalachian Mountains. Known for their graceful appearance, white-tailed deer are easily ...

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All streams in the park are open for fishing except Sun Creek and Lost Creek. These two creeks are closed because they are habitats for native bull trout (Salvelinus confluentus). The park is engaged ...