Across all of California, perhaps no other fish has as great of a cultural, economic, and ecological impact as that of salmon. These fish, who migrate incredible distances from mountain headwaters to the vast oceans and back again, have formed a cornerstone of subsistence, industry, and ecological function throughout California’s history.
But what happens when we as humans – needing to reroute water for our own needs – put barriers in the way of these fish making their incredible journey? In this episode of the Delta Dispatch, learn about the incredible role and stories of salmon (and other migratory fish!) as we speak with guests Colin Purdy (California Department of Fish and Wildlife) and Meghan Quinn (American Rivers) to discuss fish passage among a landscape of dams and other barriers in California.
