Great Basin Redband Trout – Chewaucan SMU – State Wildlife Action Plan

Great Basin Redband Trout – Chewaucan SMU

Photo Credit: Terry Smith, USFS Fremont Winema National Forest

Overview

  • Species Common Name Great Basin Redband Trout
  • Species Scientific Name Oncorhynchus mykiss newberrii
  • SMU/ESU/DPS/Subspecies Great Basin Redband Trout - Chewaucan SMU
  • Federal Listing Status Species of Concern
  • State Listing Status Sensitive
  • SMU/ESU/DPS/Subspecies Great Basin Redband Trout - Chewaucan SMU

Ecoregions

Special needs

Several life history types with different migratory patterns. Pools provide important habitat for all life stages.

Limiting factors

Connectivity in lower river. Non-natives. Stream drying. Availability of water (linked to natural cycles) and understanding the influence of climate change on natural water cycles.

Conservation actions

Address passage barriers. Restore flow and riparian quality.