This is a rebroadcast of an earlier show (original air date May 19, 2022); no calls will be taken.
In Maine and all over the world, migratory fish are threatened when rivers and streams are blocked by barriers like dams, road culverts and other man-made structures. To mark World Fish Migration Day, we’ll learn about the life cycles of the many species of fish that populate Maine’s rivers, what obstacles they face, and what is being done to ensure healthy fish and habitats.
Panelists:
Molly Payne Wynne, director, feshwater program, The Nature Conservancy in Maine
Sean Ledwin, director, Bureau of Sea Run Fisheries and Habitat, Maine Department of Marine Resources
VIP Callers:
Shannon Estenoz , Assistant Secretary for Fish, Wildlife and Parks, U.S. Department of the Interior
Josh Royte, senior conservation scientist, The Nature Conservancy in Maine