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Expanding the Science of 6PPD-Quinone: A New Highly Sensitive Species

Expanding the Science of 6PPD-Quinone: A New Highly Sensitive Species

New results from WFRC reveal that coastal cutthroat trout are highly sensitive to 6PPD-quinone, underscoring the need to find alternative chemicals. 

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From Egg to Adult: WFRC’s Work to Support California’s Chinook Salmon Population

From Egg to Adult: WFRC’s Work to Support California’s Chinook Salmon Population

WFRC research provides critical insights into salmon recovery in California’s Sacramento River. 

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Message from the Director: Summer Science

Message from the Director: Summer Science

WFRC continues to tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing our ecosystems.

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A Hidden Risk Below the Surface: Monitoring Gas Bubble Trauma in the Columbia River Basin

A Hidden Risk Below the Surface: Monitoring Gas Bubble Trauma in the Columbia River Basin

WFRC scientists are helping protect fish health in the shadow of the West’s largest hydropower dams.

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Tracking Invasive African Clawed Frogs in Washington: New Insights and Ongoing Challenges

Tracking Invasive African Clawed Frogs in Washington: New Insights and Ongoing Challenges

WFRC research helps uncover the spread and impact of invasive African clawed frogs in Washington.

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Congratulations to Ryan Tomka for Winning this Issue's Photo Contest!

Congratulations to Ryan Tomka for Winning this Issue's Photo Contest!

We are excited to congratulate Ryan Tomka for winning this issue's photo contest!

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Inaugural USGS Wildlife Health Awareness Day - April 25, 2025

Inaugural USGS Wildlife Health Awareness Day - April 25, 2025

At the USGS, we are a leader in wildlife health research and disease surveillance, prioritizing the health and safety of American communities, lands...

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Western Fisheries Research Center Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee Meeting

Western Fisheries Research Center Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee Meeting

The Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) is responsible for oversight of the animal care and use program and the components as...

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Assessing the Risk of Invasive Mussels Spreading throughout the Columbia River Basin

Assessing the Risk of Invasive Mussels Spreading throughout the Columbia River Basin

Western Fisheries v Mussels: Working to understand factors influencing the movement of invasive mussels in the Columbia River Basin.

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Recent Accomplishments: Tracking Salmon in the Changing Klamath River

Recent Accomplishments: Tracking Salmon in the Changing Klamath River

Klamath salmon populations enter a whole new world post dam removal.

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