Something Fishy from the Western Fisheries Research Center - Summer 2024
Welcome to the summer edition of the USGS Western Fisheries Research Center newsletter, “Something Fishy!” including a tribute to esteemed scientist Tim Counihan; new research examining parasites and disease in Klamath Basin; a special issue highlighting native lampreys; Director Applegate’s recent visit; media coverage on a long-term study of the Elwha River; and our latest photo feature!
Directors Message: A Tribute to Tim Counihan
We lost someone special to our Center this spring. Timothy Counihan passed away in late April.
From the Field to the Laboratory: Scientists Explore Impacts of Parasites and Disease on Endangered Klamath Basin Suckers
Populations of endangered suckers in the Klamath Basin continue to decline. USGS scientists gain insights through field and laboratory efforts to investigate parasites as a potential threat to this vulnerable species.
Special Issue Highlights Native Lampreys
The journal, North American Journal of Fisheries Management, recently featured a special issue on research and conservation of native lampreys.
In The News: USGS WFRC Scientist, Steve Rubin, Surveys the Elwha River Delta
USGS Western Fisheries Research Center scientist, Steve Rubin, was featured in a High Country News article highlighting the long-term study of the Elwha River.
Congratulations to Collin Smith for Winning this Issue’s Photo Contest!
USGS Western Fisheries Research Center (WFRC) fish biologist, Collin Smith, is the winner of this issue’s photo contest.