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Fishermen temporarily closed due to habitat restoration at Illinois lake
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Fishermen temporarily closed due to habitat restoration at Illinois lake

Keith Lusher 06.23.26 Fishermen planning a trip to one of Northern Illinois’ most popular fishing destinations may need to adjust their schedules next week. Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) announced this Morrison-Rockwood State Park Whiteside County will be closed to the public June 23-24 while crews conduct aquatic herbicide treatments on Lake Carlton. According

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Researchers develop new tools to measure the success of salt marsh restoration using fish behavior
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Researchers develop new tools to measure the success of salt marsh restoration using fish behavior

A Canadian study looks at fishing patterns and nekton communities to determine whether restored marshes are actually providing habitat value. Salt marshes are very calming for fish. They serve as nurseries for juvenile species, feeding grounds for adults during high tide, and shelter for the small prey on which larger fish depend. But knowing whether

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