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Photo by Brett Bowersox
Will Lubenau of the University of Idaho measures a steelhead as part of a two-year study that tracks the sea-run fish in Idaho’s Snake and Clearwater rivers and provides data needed to manage the iconic fishery.

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Steelhead data used by multiple agencies
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Steelhead data used by multiple agencies

Affects sea-run fish that spawn in Idaho tributaries

University of Idaho researchers are helping anglers and state fishery managers learn more about steelhead to better manage a renowned fishery that has had its ups and downs.