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A third party scientific review of Alberta Environment and Park’s North Central Native Trout Recovery Program

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The primary goal of this review of the North Central Native Trout Recovery Program is to review the scientific foundations for the proposed angling closures in upper portions of select watersheds,... More ≫

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The primary goal of this review of the North Central Native Trout Recovery Program is to review the scientific foundations for the proposed angling closures in upper portions of select watersheds, and habitat enhancements of river reaches in some rivers and streams in the East Slopes. The report is the first of two third-party science reviews completed by the Fisheries Stakeholder Advisory Committee and submitted to the Office of the Chief Scientist, Alberta Environment and Parks.

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Alberta westslope cutthroat trout recovery plan 2012-2017

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Westslope cutthroat trout, the only subspecies of cutthroat trout native to Alberta, historically inhabited most streams in south-western Alberta from the alpine to the prairies. Today they occupy... More ≫

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Westslope cutthroat trout, the only subspecies of cutthroat trout native to Alberta, historically inhabited most streams in south-western Alberta from the alpine to the prairies. Today they occupy only a small fraction of their historic range and are largely restricted to the Rocky Mountains and foothills. The species is listed as Threatened in Alberta. The goal of this recovery plan is to protect and maintain the existing pure Westslope cutthroat trout population at self-sustaining levels, and re-establish additional pure populations to self-sustaining levels within the species' historical range in Alberta. The plan provides background information on the Westslope cutthroat trout, describes the threats facing the species, outlines proposed strategies to address these threats, and presents an action plan that lists priority actions required to maintain and restore the species.

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