A critical relocation effort saved Southern California steelhead trout from a potential extinction event triggered by the Palisades Fire.
A successful relocation effort saved the Southern California steelhead trout population from potential extinction. On Monday, 271 steelhead trout , representing over half of the estimated population in Topanga Creek, were moved to the Fillmore Fish Hatchery. This move was prompted by an imminent threat from heavy sediment, ash, and debris that were expected to be carried by rain into their habitat from the burn-scarred Topanga Canyon following the Palisades Fire.
The trout, which had survived the fire, faced a dire situation as these materials could have suffocated them. Topanga Creek is the last known habitat for these SoCal steelhead in the Santa Monica Mountains, a region where the species is critically endangered. This relocation effort highlights the vulnerability of critically endangered species to natural disasters and the importance of conservation efforts. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife, led by Kyle Evans, the environmental program manager, orchestrated the rescue and relocation operation. Meanwhile, the reopening of the Palisades area, initially scheduled for Sunday, has been postponed due to safety concerns. L.A. Mayor Karen Bass, after securing additional law enforcement resources from Governor Gavin Newsom, announced that checkpoints will remain in place. This decision comes amidst ongoing discussions about the long-term impact of ash and debris from the Palisades Fire. Residents are concerned about potential health hazards posed by ash, especially those living further away from the burn area.
STEELHEAD TROUT CALIFORNIA WILDFIRES CONSERVATION ENDANGERED SPECIES
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