The alewife population in Maine has seen a significant recovery, with numbers rising from fewer than 800 fish 35 years ago to approximately 9 million in recent years. This resurgence is attributed to conservation efforts, including dam removals and the construction of fish channels that facilitate migration. Communities across Maine celebrate the return of alewives with festivals and events, highlighting their ecological importance and role in local economies. The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission has noted that while Maine's alewife populations are thriving, other states continue to experience declines. Maine has also expanded towns' rights to commercially harvest alewives, with 25 municipalities now permitted to do so under sustainable management practices.
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Dam Removals Contribute to Recovery of Alewife Population in Maine
Maine's alewife population has rebounded dramatically due to conservation efforts, particularly dam removals and fish channel constructions. The population increased from under 800 fish 35 years ago to around 9 million today, prompting local celebrations and the expansion of commercial harvesting rights in several municipalities. Despite this success, other states are still facing declines in their alewife populations.
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Dam Removals Contribute to Recovery of Alewife Population in Maine