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The Story of a River I Part One
River Pt 1
PART ONE
The first part of this two part series covers a vibrant ecosystem that has supported human settlements for thousands of years–The Pawcatuck River. As the Industrial Revolution ramps up, migratory fish find it harder and harder to pass dams and other obstructions, leading to declining wildlife throughout the watershed.
The Story of a River I Part Two
River Pt 2
PART TWO
In the second part of this two part series fish passage projects on the Pawcatuck begin to revive the ailing ecosystem. In just a few years, dam removals on the river lead to vastly improved runs of essential species like alewife, blueback herring, and shad, providing hope for the recovery of the ecosystem.
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