Japan
In Hokkaido, the Dams Finally Come Down
Former WSC scientist Dr. Pete Rand has been tracking the restoration of Shiretoko National Park for nearly 15 years. This summer, its rivers (and wild salmon) are breathing a bit easier.
The Secrets of Japanese Giants
New technology and international effort produces deeper understanding of rare giant taimen.
Tracking Giants in Japan
Notes from the Field: Hope for Sakhalin taimen on Japan’s Sarufutsu River.
World’s Largest Fish Edges Toward Extinction
International scientific group reveals severe risk to all five species of Asia’s giant taimen.
Taimen Study Released
Study examines the extinction risk of one of the Pacific’s most enigmatic species.
Japan-US Fishery Tour
US fisheries experts met with Japanese colleagues to discuss Hokkaido MSC certification bid.