Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife
$48,274

To address potential recruitment bottlenecks conceivably associated with spawning activity, we propose using acoustic telemetry receivers throughout the John Day reservoir to characterize seasonal movements of telemetered adult White Sturgeon and formulate a habitat utilization model to identify likely spawning habitats. This research not only addresses critical uncertainties for lower Columbia River White Sturgeon, but also for North American sturgeon populations in general.