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In 2024, the worlds largest dam removal reopened 640 km of habitat; Chinook salmon reoccupied 88% of their historical range in 2 years

Representative Image of Chinook salmon swimming upstream in the Klamath River post-dam removal, showcasing environmental recovery and wildlife reconnecting (AI Generated Image) When four hydroelectric dams were removed from the Klamath River in 2024, scientists wanted to know how quickly Chinook salmon would use the habitat that had been inaccessible to the

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timesofindia.indiatimes.com · 20261003T071636Z

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In 2024, the worlds largest dam removal reopened 640 km of habitat; Chinook salmon reoccupied 88% of their historical range in 2 years

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A brighter tomorrow is easier to imagine when you can see what already improved.