New research suggests lake sturgeon in the Great Lakes may live more than 200 years, with some potentially reaching 300 to 400 years, while their populations have declined to about 1% of historic levels due to habitat loss and other environmental pressures. A long-term conservation project aims to identify critical habitats and guide restoration efforts to help the ancient fish recover. Read the full story by Bradford Today.
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