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There is always more to do. Land and water use practices have degraded habitat conditions in our lakes and streams and caused populations of some species to decline to dangerously low levels. Fish habitat is truly the goose that lays the golden eggs. Although many of the early problems involving dams, deforestation and industrial pollution have begun to be addressed, there are always new threats and as well as opportunities. The science involved in restoration of aquatic habitat is continuing to develop. Biologists are beginning to apply new techniques to restore species and aquatic habitat. Still, much remains to be learned through research and practical application of new methods.
New threats caused by the spread of nuisance species and new diseases continue to create new management challenges.
There will also always be challenges related to balancing fisheries values with other competing interests. Vermont's biologists are involved in environmental impact review of hydroelectric dams and other projects that potentially conflict with and could diminish fisheries values to maintain the best balance and benefit for all.
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