JOURNAL ARTICLE

As salmon in Alaska plummet, scientists home in on a killer.

  • Published In: Sciencemag.org, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Applied Science & Technology Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Cornwall, Warren 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the decline of Chinook salmon populations in the Yukon River, attributed to a common parasite called Ichthyophonus and rising water temperatures. Research conducted at the U.S. Geological Survey's fisheries laboratory aims to understand the impact of these factors on the salmon's health and survival, as the fish face increased vulnerability due to warmer waters and the parasite's spread. The situation has led to a historic 7-year fishing moratorium, significantly affecting Indigenous communities that rely on salmon for subsistence. Scientists hope to develop a predictive model to manage the salmon population effectively, but immediate solutions remain elusive. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Sciencemag.org. 2025/08, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Science
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:187435112
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