In this paper, we review the current understanding on ecosystem and human health impacts
from the atmospheric deposition of acidifying pollutants, eutrophying nitrogen (N), polycyclic …

Mining activities are responsible for the elevated input levels of suspended sediment and
hazardous metals into the riverine ecosystem. These have been shown to threaten the …

The weir construction in larger rivers has displayed harmful impacts due to unpredicted
modifications in hydrology and microhabitats. This study illustrated the impacts of three …

Determining the occurrence and site occupancy of rare and endangered species can be
challenging, particularly without causing harm or stress to the species of concern. 2 …

The use of non‐lethal experiments to elucidate behavioural and physiological thresholds to
environmental stressors can provide valuable data for identifying threats to, and critical …

More than 15 years have passed since Canada's Species at Risk Act was enacted. To
evaluate scientific progress in support of the Act, we identified research accomplishments up …

A guide and a first-rate reference for the angler, scientist, and amateur naturalist alike, this
comprehensive volume profiles each of the 144 fish species inhabiting the waterways of …

Effective management of freshwater fish habitat is essential to supporting healthy aquatic
ecosystems and sustainable fisheries. In Canada, recent changes to the Fisheries Act …

Anthropogenic stressors such as agriculture and urbanization can increase river turbidity,
which can negatively impact fish gill morphology and growth due to reduced oxygen in the …

Small species without commercial value are often overlooked in conservation management.
Pygmy perches are minature percichthyid fishes from temperate southern Australia of …