Rio Grande Cutthroat Trout Restored Across 120 Miles of Streams in Two States

A major conservation effort has successfully reintroduced native trout species to over 120 miles of streams across two states. The initiative focused on removing non-native predators and restoring natural habitats to support the return of the Rio Grande cutthroat trout. The reintroduction has resulted in a self-sustaining population, eliminating the need to list the species under federal endangered species protections. Conservationists say the approach offers a replicable model for other western states seeking to revive native fish populations.