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UCREFRP Catalog Number
7938
Author
Colorado River Wildlife Council.
Title
Minutes, Colorado River Fish & Wildlife Council.
USFW Year
1995.
USFW - Doc Type
April 18-19, 1995.
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0 <br />Z <br />November, 1994, within the United States there were 103 species of fish and 57 species of <br />clams/mussels on the threatened or endangered species list (50 CFR 17.11 & 17.12). <br />Approximately 36 percent of the fishes, 64 percent of the crayfishes, and 69 percent of the <br />freshwater mussels in the United States are ranked as extinct or imperiled (Data from the National <br />Network of Natural Heritage Programs and The Nature Conservancy, Eastern Regional Office). <br />Most of North America's aquatic environments and biological communities have been significantly <br />altered. Habitat loss and degradation is the most commonly cited cause for fish declines. As <br />habitat integrity was compromised, resulting conditions reduced the capacity of ecosystems to <br />support indigenous species. Scarcity of indigenous sport fish and public desire for specific species <br />contributed to the introduction of nonindigenous fish species. The risks associated with <br />nonindigenous species were often not well understood, and introductions have been cited for the <br />decline of some indigenous species. Nonindigenous species have now established self sustaining <br />populations in most aquatic ecosystems in the U.S., where some provide significant social and <br />economic benefits. Management for game and nongame fishes, indigenous and nonindigenous <br />fishes can be complementary or. at least compatible in many situations. <br />Given the present condition of aquatic ecosystems and composition of aquatic communities, <br />fisheries management must be multipurpose and incorporate an ecosystem approach to <br />conservation and use and be based on a sound understanding of life history and habitat <br />. requirements. The ability of aquatic ecosystems to produce and support fish are limited. An <br />effective ecosystem approach will consider human needs and impacts as integral components, and <br />will be responsive to the desires of the public that use and appreciate aquatic resources. <br />There is an inextricable link between resource stewardship, recreational fisheries, and effective <br />partnerships. Abundant recreational fishery resources depend on healthy aquatic ecosystems, and <br />resource stewardship depends on the personal and financial commitment of the recreational <br />fisheries community. Partnerships between Federal agencies, States, Tribes, the recreational <br />fisheries and boating community, conservation organizations, and the public are necessary to <br />develop and implement programs that improve the quality of aquatic environments, recover <br />Federally threatened, endangered, or proposed (Federal T/EJP) species, preclude the need to list <br />0 species, and provide and enhance recreational fisheries. <br />The significant economic, cultural, and social value of fishery resources coupled with the <br />noticeable declines of these resources portends the potential for conflict between conservation of <br />Federal T/EJP species and recreational fisheries management. The purpose of this position paper <br />is to provide a framework for protecting aquatic ecosystems, restoring deteriorated ecosystems, <br />and providing recreational fishing opportunities and benefits that are consistent with maintaining <br />ecosystem health and conserving Federal T/E/P species. <br />Supporting Principles and Action Items: <br />L Pertinent Laws and Federal Policies: <br />There are many Federal laws that provide for and recognize the importance of aquatic resources <br />APPMI K B
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