Washington Fish and Wildlife Office
Pacific Region

Lake Sammamish Kokanee 12-Month Finding Determination


Male kokanee salmon (Photo: Scott Craig, USFWS)

 

After evaluating current available scientific information, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has determined that the Lake Sammamish kokanee population does not meet the criteria of a distinct population segment and is therefore not a listable entity under the Endangered Species Act.

• News release
• 12-Month Finding on Petition To List Lake Sammamish Kokanee Population of Oncorhynchus nerka (pdf)
• Frequently Asked Questions (pdf)
• Video - Kokanee fry release in Lake Sammamish
• Video - Kokanee supplemental rearing project
• Lake Sammamish Kokanee Salmon Supplementation Program
• Additional information on Lake Sammamish kokanee


 

 

 

 
Last updated: June 20, 2012
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