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Citizen sturgeon scientists help study St. Croix’s special fish
Tagging hundreds of fish, volunteer anglers provide priceless data as feds consider conservation options.
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Unique mussel found in St. Croix River proposed for endangered species designation
Salamander mussels have been widely wiped out, but the St. Croix remains a stronghold.
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Helping mussels hitch a ride to a healthier St. Croix River
Biologists work to restore endangered species that was once thought to be extinct, and today only breeds in the St. Croix River.
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Unsung aquatic hero could get a big boost from dam removals
Freshwater mussels are some of the most imperiled species in North America. Experts say we can change that by rethinking our infrastructure.
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St. Croix Creature Feature: River is refuge for endangered mussel
Spectaclecase species is subject of intensive research and protection.
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Federal agency to consider endangered species designation for sturgeon
Populations of the ancient fish, including in the St. Croix River, will undergo rigorous status review.
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Creature Feature: Winged mapleleaf mussels cling to existence in a short stretch of the St. Croix
Endangered mollusks only live in a fraction of their historic range, while scientist seek to better understand and protect their delicate population.