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Angler Surveys for Migratory Fish Research on the Connecticut River
Angler surveys are an important way to understand recreational fishing pressures on the Connecticut River by allowing for estimates of catch and harvest rates, fishing effort, and angler preferences for specific fish species.
3 hours ago2 min read


New Tools for Old Questions: Using eDNA to Enhance Ecological Understanding
Environmental DNA (eDNA) is a relatively new tool that can help provide information to answer these questions and can complement, or in some cases, supplant traditional research techniques.
6 days ago1 min read


Fish Consumption Advisories & Safety in the Connecticut River Watershed
Pollution threatens fishing in the Connecticut River watershed due to its negative effects on human and ecosystem health.
Jan 295 min read


Community Science: Sea Lamprey Rescue in Turners Falls
CRC organized volunteers to find and rescue thousands of juvenile sea lamprey in the canal of the drained Turners Falls Cabot Station.
Sep 26, 20242 min read


eDNA Confirms Shortnose Sturgeon in the Connecticut River Between Turners Falls MA and Bellows Falls VT
Research by CRC & partners has for the first time detected DNA from the endangered shortnose sturgeon between Turners Falls & Bellows Falls.
Aug 29, 20245 min read


Do Not Disturb Migrating Sea Lamprey!
Sea lamprey are native migratory fish to the Connecticut River.
May 30, 20242 min read


LiveStream: Empowering Communities to Support Migratory Fish Restoration
At Connecticut River Conservancy's LiveStream, we dove into the dynamic realm of river ecosystems.
May 23, 20241 min read


Sea Lamprey Rescue for Community Science & Conservation
Connecticut River Conservancy, along with colleagues at U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, recently held our annual sea lamprey rescue.
Sep 12, 20232 min read
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