This Chinook swam over 800 miles!

In this research we investigate how climate-driven changes in streamflow will alter the physical habitat for salmonids in mountain basins of different regions and hydroclimates. We explore the potential consequences for the incubation period of different salmonid species. Watersheds in northern latitudes provide critical habitat for salmon and trout, and many species are adapted to the streamflow frequency, magnitude and timing of flows that can scour incubating embryos. Therefore, climate-related shifts in the flow regime are expected to influence the the early life stages of these species.