The recent sightings of bright red-tailed coho salmons in the Montezuma Creek have left biologists around the world rejoicing as it is a milestone for the Bay Area. This marks the first time it has been spotted since 2004.ย
After years of climate change, overfishing, and habitat loss the spotting of salmon bays is the result of massive storms that have let these salmon bays maneuverer through culverts under roads that normally blocked their passages.ย
Biologists have miraculously also spotted salmons in other areas like Woodacre Creek, Larsen Creek and Arroyo Creek, where salmons have not been spotted since 2004.ย
Todd Steiner, who is the founder and executive director of SPAWN (A Salmon Protection and Watershed Network), released a statement where he urged government to limit construction, protect creekside habitat, and continue to remove barriers so the fishes can continue to migrate.ย
The return of these beautiful, giant two-foot fishes are a welcome sight to the local residents.ย
Read full story here: https://www.ecowatch.com/endangered-salmon-return-bay-area-streams.html
2 thoughts on “Almost extinct salmon bays spotted in Bay Area after 18 years”
It’s heartening to see salmon making a comeback after 18 years! This raises questions about our environmental stewardshipโevery small effort counts towards future biodiversity. We need more initiatives like this! Steal a Brainrot
Thank you for your thoughtful comment. We couldn’t agree moreโstories like this highlight the resilience of nature when given the opportunity to recover. The return of salmon after nearly two decades serves as a powerful reminder that conservation efforts, habitat restoration, and sustainable practices can make a real difference. Every action, no matter how small, contributes to protecting biodiversity and building a healthier future for generations to come.