Permafrost Thaw Slumping and Impacts to Whitefish Habitat in the Peel River
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Creator | NWT Cumulative Impact Monitoring Program |
| Summary | In Northwestern Canada, increased temperatures and precipitation are intensifying permafrost thaw slump activity. Working with Gwich’in community members, we combined Gwich’in and scientific knowledge to map łuk dagaii (broad whitefish, Coregonus nasus) habitat in the Peel River Watershed at risk of being affected by thaw slumping. Project results will help inform regional decision-making and traditional resource users, assist adaptation planning and help fill gaps in our knowledge of fish habitat. |
| Local Relevance | Broad whitefish are a culturally important species. This research is needed for guiding future research on slump impacts on fish and to inform resource management decisions. |
| Notes | This bulletin is part of the Cumulative Impact Monitoring Program's NWT Environmental Research Bulletin series - Volume 8, Issue 59. |
| Tags | Permafrost thaw,Fish,Peel River,Habitat,Research,Thaw Slumps,Harvesting,Streams |
| Geographic Region | Beaufort Delta |
| Release Date | 2023 |
| Last Modified Date | 2023 |
| Funding Program | NWT Cumulative Impact Monitoring Program |