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Canada, Alaska suspend fishing of Yukon River chinook salmon for 7 years

Yukon River, Alaska

3 Apr 2024

Canada and Alaska have agreed to a seven-year fishing moratorium on Yukon River chinook salmon to aid the species' recovery, following years of declining numbers.

CBC

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Canada, Alaska suspend fishing of Yukon River chinook salmon for 7 years

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