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dc.contributor.advisor | Momot, Walter T. | - |
dc.contributor.advisor | Bozek, M. | - |
dc.contributor.author | Picard, Christopher Robert | - |
dc.date.accessioned | 2017-06-06T13:07:08Z | - |
dc.date.available | 2017-06-06T13:07:08Z | - |
dc.date.created | 1995 | - |
dc.date.issued | 1995 | - |
dc.identifier.uri | http://knowledgecommons.lakeheadu.ca/handle/2453/2151 | - |
dc.description.abstract | Predictive models were developed to improve the understanding of stream-resident brook trout (Salvelinus fontinalis) populations and habitat in northwestern Ontario, and to facilitate protection of stream-resident brook trout from the adverse impacts of timber harvest. Geology-based models correctly predicted trout presence/absence in 75%-80% of streams studied in 1993. However, correct prediction rates declined to 50%-65% when these models were transferred to independent data collected in 1992 and 1994. Combining data from all years produced models that correctly predicted trout presence/absence in 70%-80% of streams. Univariate geology models were best at predicting trout presence (up to 85% correct predictions). One-third of the trout streams data had maximum summer temperatures >22deg.C , and thus are considered marginal. Using the combined data, models with geology and climate variables explained up to 24% of the variation associated with stream temperatures. Stream temperatures were negatively related to brook trout abundance in the combined data. Stability of stream temperatures accounted for 25% of the variation in trout biomass (kg/ha). These models could be used by fisheries managers to implement current guidelines protecting brook trout habitat from the effects of timber harvest. | - |
dc.language.iso | en_US | - |
dc.subject | Brook trout Ontario, Northwestern. | - |
dc.title | Factors that predict brook trout distribution, thermal habitat, and abundance in Northwestern Ontario streams | - |
dc.type | Thesis | - |
etd.degree.name | Master of Science | - |
etd.degree.level | Master | - |
etd.degree.discipline | Biology | - |
etd.degree.grantor | Lakehead University | - |
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