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IDFG Seeks Information on Sturgeon Carcass Found at Menan Boat Ramp

Posted on: September 12, 2007

MENAN – White sturgeon are native to parts of the Snake River, but not anywhere near Menan, Idaho and wherever sturgeon are found in Idaho, they are catch-and-release only. That is why the discovery of a sturgeon carcass in a dumpster at the Menan boat ramp on September 10th has IDFG searching for clues.

The filleted carcass was examined by a conservation officer and a fisheries biologist and it was determined that the fish which was missing its tail, had been about three and a half feet long. If caught downriver on the Snake or Columbia Rivers in Washington or Oregon State, a fish of that size still might not be considered a keeper.

IDFG is seeking any information that the public may have regarding the origins of this fish. If information results in a citation being issued, a reward may be possible, Callers can also remain anonymous if they wish. Calls can be made during business hours to the IDFG regional office at 208-525-7290.

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