The lake sturgeon population in the Great Lakes has dropped to less than 1% of historic numbers, but dedicated efforts are underway to change that from organizations like Milwaukee Riverkeeper, the Deng Aquaculture Lab at UW-Milwaukee’s School of Freshwater Sciences, and Riveredge Nature Center. From habitat restoration to research on alternative dietary methods and passionate community efforts, local groups are collaborating to revive these ancient giants and restore their place in our waters for generations to come. This short film exhibits a story of progress for lake sturgeon restoration efforts in the Milwaukee Estuary Area of Concern (AOC).
Center for Water Policy Video: “Bringing Back the Giants: Sturgeon Restoration in the Milwaukee Estuary”
