Coaster Brook Trout: Facing Conservation Challenges
Coaster brook trout, a subspecies of brook trout native to the Pacific coastal streams of North America, are highly prized by anglers for their vibrant coloration and fighting spirit. Their populations have been impacted by habitat loss and degradation, prompting conservation efforts by organizations such as Trout Unlimited and state wildlife agencies. As a result of these efforts, coaster brook trout populations are gradually recovering, although ongoing threats such as climate change and invasive species pose challenges to their long-term survival.
