Re-establish freshwater mussel communities within two Allegheny River tributaries in Pennsylvania, the Clarion and Kiskiminetas, and restore forested riparian habitats that support six species in both watersheds. Project will increase distribution and biomass of the native mussel community through the propagation and culture of 40,000 mussels and restore 20 acres of riparian habitat that is essential to both restoration of degraded mussel habitats and improving water quality.
NFWF Grant Profile
Conservation Program(s):
Central Appalachia Habitat Stewardship Program
Project Title: Restoring Freshwater Mussel Communities in the Clarion and Kiskiminetas Rivers of Western Pennsylvania
Organization:
The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission
Project ID:
0407.24.081632
Description:
Award Amount:
$500000.00
Location:
Union City Aquatic Conservation Center, Clarion and Kiskiminetas rivers, Pennsylvania