Blackfoot River and Reservoir

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Here is some of the information from 2001-2007. Yes, I am sure other factors are involved also, principally low water levels. Looking at the data you can see a direct correlation in the number of cutts going up to spawn and the Pelican numbers. The newer chart that I don't have a copy of shows the rise in cutt numbers and the number of pelicans drops. Also better water years which help the fish escape the birds.

Also fyi there are perch in Blackfoot Res. --Bucket Bio
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