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Solving the Mystery of Sea Star Wasting Disease: A Breakthrough Discovery

Solving the Mystery of Sea Star Wasting Disease: A Breakthrough Discovery

The bacteria causing one of the largest marine species die-offs ever recorded was recently discovered at USGS Western Fisheries Research Center’s...

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Ecological Thresholds, Abiotic Stress, and Climate Change: A Conceptual Framework

Ecological Thresholds, Abiotic Stress, and Climate Change: A Conceptual Framework

As climate change accelerates, the risk of sudden, large-scale shifts in ecosystems is growing. A new USGS study examines the mechanisms behind these...

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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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Cyanotoxins in Oregon’s Cascade Range Rivers that are Tapped for Drinking Water Supply

Cyanotoxins in Oregon’s Cascade Range Rivers that are Tapped for Drinking Water Supply

A study conducted by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) in collaboration with multiple water utilities and research partners revealed widespread...

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Water-quality monitor at the OMSI dock is live for the 2025 season

Water-quality monitor at the OMSI dock is live for the 2025 season

The USGS has redeployed its seasonal water-quality sensor at the OMSI dock on the Willamette River.

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