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Salmon and Other Fish

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Seven species of salmon, all members of the scientific genus Oncorhynchus, are native to Oregon, many are currently at risk. There are about 200 species of fish found in Oregon.

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An Upstream Battle: Restoring Whychus Creek
This multiimedia story focuses on the Whychus Creek restoration project within the Deschutes Basin...
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Threatened and Endangered Species Regulatory Framework
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Oregon's Top Natural Resource Plans
The 10-Year Plan for Oregon created by Governor Kitzhaber in August 2011, identifies Healthy...
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NOAA Northwest Fisheries Science Center
The NWFSC's mission is to conduct the science necessary to conserve marine and anadromous species... more
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