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Oregon’s Marmot Dam cited as case study for dam removal, river restoration

The removal of dams in northwestern Oregon provides insight into river water flow, sedimentation fluctuations and ecological changes.

Filed Under: Pacific Northwest & Alaska Ecology

OSU: Northwest marine ecosystem ‘dead zones’ unprecedented, may be linked to climate change

During the summer of 2006, anoxia, a complete lack of oxygen in the water, was recorded off the central Oregon coast for the first time.

Filed Under: Pacific Northwest & Alaska Ecology, Rocky Mountain Ecology

OSU: Managed Northwest conifer forests threaten many species

When the primary goal of a forest is sustainable timber production, the lack of historic tree diversity, shrub and vegetation species may have long-term impacts on forest health.

Filed Under: Pacific Northwest & Alaska Ecology, Rocky Mountain Ecology, Rocky Mountain Forests

TWS: Northern spotted owl recovery plan flawed

Although native to eastern North America, barred owls moved west as human activities altered the landscape, according to USFWS. Since barred owls are less selective about their habitat and prey, they are out-competing northern spotted owls for habitat and food.

Filed Under: Pacific Northwest & Alaska Ecology

Washington state’s Puget Sound shoreline targeted for restoration, protection

Washington state’s Puget Sound is the focus of a large-scale estuarine restoration project, spearheaded by conversation organizations hoping to amass a multi-billion dollar warchest.

Filed Under: Pacific Northwest & Alaska Ecology, Rocky Mountain Ecology

River sediment buildup may be a factor in certain subduction zone earthquakes

Over millions of years, sediment typically accumulates to great depths, from one-half mile to nearly 2 miles, and in rare cases, 3 miles deep.

Filed Under: American West Geology, Pacific Northwest & Alaska Ecology

UW biologist: Spawning salmon behavior triggers stream ecosystem changes

The “rototilling” effect most happens wherever salmon are found in high densities, such as British Columbia, Alaska and some individual streams in the Pacific Northwest.

Filed Under: Alaska Ecology, Pacific Northwest & Alaska Ecology, Rocky Mountain Ecology

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