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Evaluation of Wild Brook Trout Populations in Vermont Streams: Wild brook trout populations in Vermont streams appeared to be relatively stable over a period of five decades as evidenced in this evaluation of 150 sites. Present-day brook trout populations sampled in 138 streams within 17 watersheds were characterized by abundant natural reproduction and multiple age-classes, including the contribution of older, larger fish. While most population measures were consistent between the two time periods, significantly higher densities of young-of-year brook trout were observed in current populations which may reflect improved environmental protections initiated since the 1950s. A decline in sympatric brown trout and rainbow trout sites also suggest that non-native trout populations have not appreciably expanded over the past 50 years.
Located in Science and Data / Brook Trout Related Publications
Find Your Niche: The wild Brook Trout is an iconic symbol of pristine waters as it’s only found in the healthiest streams, rivers, lakes and ponds. Unfortunately, poor land and water use practices are severely affecting water quality and quantity and as a result, wild Brook Trout populations are declining throughout its native range in the eastern portion of the U.S. However, the good news is the plight of wild Brook Trout is reversible. By working collaboratively we can ensure there is enough clean water to conserve wild Brook Trout, sustain outdoor recreation, generate economic vitality, and provide inherent values for generations to come.
Located in The Story of Wild Brook Trout
Landowner Resources - Funding and Technical Assistance: Are you a landowner or caretaker of land near a river or stream? Are you looking for advice, technical assistance, or funding to help protect or improve conditions for wild brook trout, or water quality in general? Many programs exist that can bring information and/or funding to you! We've compiled a list of national programs, and have also provided a searchable database to resources specific to the states in the native brook trout range.
Located in The Story of Wild Brook Trout
Map of New Jersey Wild Brook Trout Patches: The map provides a visual depiction of the distribution of New Jersey's wild Brook Trout patches.
Located in Science and Data / … / EBTJV State Maps and Resources / State Maps of Wild Brook Trout Patch Distribution
Map of New York Wild Brook Trout Patches: The map provides a visual depiction of the distribution of New York's wild Brook Trout patches.
Located in Science and Data / … / EBTJV State Maps and Resources / State Maps of Wild Brook Trout Patch Distribution
Map of Pennsylvania Wild Brook Trout Patches: The map provides a visual depiction of the distribution of Pennsylvania's wild Brook Trout patches.
Located in Science and Data / … / EBTJV State Maps and Resources / State Maps of Wild Brook Trout Patch Distribution
Map of Rhode Island Wild Brook Trout Patches: The map provides a visual depiction of the distribution of Rhode Island's wild Brook Trout patches.
Located in Science and Data / … / EBTJV State Maps and Resources / State Maps of Wild Brook Trout Patch Distribution
Map of Vermont Wild Brook Trout Patches: The map provides a visual depiction of the distribution of Vermont's wild Brook Trout patches.
Located in Science and Data / … / EBTJV State Maps and Resources / State Maps of Wild Brook Trout Patch Distribution
Regional Brook Trout Threats: Brook Trout populations have severely declined across their native range due to a multitude of threats. Brook Trout are indicators of cold clean water and their decline is the result of degraded habitat and invasive species.
Located in The Story of Wild Brook Trout
Reintroduction of Native Brook Trout into Indian Flats Prong, Great Smoky Mountains National Park: Brook trout, the only salmonid native to the southeast, have lost about 75% of their historic range due to past logging activities and introduction of non-native trout. In 1993, the National Park Service identified 10 streams that can support native southern Appalachian brook trout (Salvelinus fontinalis). The long term goal is to restore historic range of habitat for this native species.
Located in Funded Projects / SARP Projects W2B

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