Yellowstone’s Crackdown on Non-native Lake Trout Sees Progress

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Lake trout have existed in Yellowstone National Park for more than two decades, but park officials say that the species may soon be headed for a decline. Some may find it strange that biologists are working so hard to eradicate lake trout, a popular fish for both anglers and seafood lovers. However, the introduction of this species has nearly decimated the park's native cutthroat trout. “The goal was to crash the lake-trout population to a point where they are no longer adversely affecting Yellowstone cutthroat trout,” Yellowstone's Center for Resources Chief David Hallac told the
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