Unlock the curious world of salmon through a careful, evidence‑driven look at their habits and the laws that guide them.
This 1885 study gathers observations on spawning, migration, size, and feeding, while examining how legislation and management have shaped the fishery over time. It blends practical questions with calls for scientific study, offering readers a grounded view of what drives salmon populations and how humans influence them.
The book frames the fishery as a system to understand and improve. It discusses the move from early efforts to modern conservation, the role of fish passes, and the tensions between river stakeholders. Readers will encounter questions about when and where salmon migrate, how environmental factors affect spawning, and what data researchers need to better protect these fish.
- Learn how scientists and policymakers approached salmon biology and fisheries in the 19th century.
- Explore the life stages mentioned, from spawning to smolts, kelts, grilse, and mature salmon.
- See how ideas about protection, water quality, and access to rivers influenced regulations.
- Understand the recurring debates between upper and lower river interests and the push for better data.
Ideal for readers of historical natural history, fisheries policy, and anyone curious about how early scientific inquiry shaped the management of salmon.