Atlantic Salmon
(Inner Bay of Fundy
Population) (Salmo
salar)
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STATUS |
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National
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Endangered |
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Provincial
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Not listed |
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Quick Facts:
- Problems
appear to be due to marine survival rather than freshwater
- Cause of collapse of marine
survival is unknown
- Threats may include ecological
changes in the Bay of Fundy due to tidal barriers at mouths of
streams and rivers, commercial salmon farms may be a factor
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Status Overview:
Population growth
appears to be limited by marine survival rather than freshwater production
capacity. The cause of the collapse of marine survival is unknown, but may
be due to ecological changes in the Bay of Fundy, such as those brought
about by tidal barriers placed at the mouths of several rivers and
streams. Commercial salmon farms may also be a factor in the decline,
since they may attract predators, alter habitat, obstruct migration or
harbor disease.
Geographic Distribution:
The map shows the
municipalities where this species can be found. For more specific
location information please contact us.
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