Publications

The Small Entity Compliance Guide (select "View Document" below) contains a summary of regulations and frequently asked questions pertaining to the federal management of salmon in the Cook Inlet Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). Please note that the Small Entity Compliance guide is not a complete list of limitations and prohibitions for this fishery. See the "More Information" section for additional details. Prior to 2024, salmon fishing in the Cook Inlet EEZ was managed by the State of Alaska. Please go to the Alaska Department of Fish and Game website (https://www.adfg.alaska.gov) for information regarding fishing in waters managed by the State of Alaska.

Five-year reviews describe whether recovery is on track in the context of the recovery plan, explain what the most significant accomplishments have been over the previous five years, and identify the greatest immediate challenges for species recovery.

Five-year reviews describe whether recovery is on track in the context of the recovery plan, explain what the most significant accomplishments have been over the previous five years, and identify the greatest immediate challenges for species recovery.

Analysis of fishery management plan amendments regarding Standardized Bycatch Reporting Methodology requirements.

The Snake River is a tributary to the Columbia River. The proposed management plans include fall Chinook salmon fisheries, coho salmon fisheries, and Oregon’s resident trout fishery in the Snake River Basin.

Evolution Of Phenology In A Salmonid Population: A Potential Adaptive Response To Climate Change

A 5-year status review for Ozette Lake Sockeye salmon

Many West Coast salmon and steelhead (Oncorhynchus spp.) stocks have declined substantially from their historical numbers and now are at a fraction of their historical abundance. Several factors contribute to these declines, including: overfishing, loss and degradation of freshwater and estuarine habitat, hydropower development, poor ocean conditions, and hatchery practices.

The goal of ESA recovery under this plan is to improve the viability of Snake River sockeye salmon, and the ecosystems upon which they depend, to the point that they no longer require ESA protection.

Biological opinion on the issuance of Steller sea lion and Northern fur seal research permits for federally funded research on Steller sea lions and Northern fur seals.