Integrating acoustic telemetry research into management: successes and challenges in the Laurentian Great Lakes
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Abstract
In the Laurentian Great Lakes, the application of acoustic telemetry to track fish movements has evolved into an important part of multijurisdictional management. Nevertheless, barriers remain in translating telemetry research into management or conservation actions. Here, we synthesize acoustic telemetry literature within the Great Lakes basin to explore factors that have contributed to successes and failures of integrating research with the needs of decision-making processes. Collaboration between researchers and managers, facilitated by consistent opportunities for stakeholder engagement, stood out as one of the most effective means of integration. For example, 79% (95 of 127) of articles published (up to 2023) included co-authorship by both government and academic organizations. Case studies on lake sturgeon (Acipenser fulvescens), walleye (Sander vitreus), and sea lamprey (Petromyzon marinus) further highlight how telemetry has informed management through collaborative engagement among researchers, stakeholders, and managers, as well as ongoing challenges. By exploring facets of acoustic telemetry research and connections to conservation and fisheries concerns, we identify pathways to reduce knowledge–action gaps widely applicable within and outside of the Great Lakes.
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| Publication type | Article |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Title | Integrating acoustic telemetry research into management: successes and challenges in the Laurentian Great Lakes |
| Series title | Canadian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences |
| DOI | 10.1139/cjfas-2024-0335 |
| Volume | 80 |
| Publication Date | May 15, 2025 |
| Year Published | 2025 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Canadian Science Publishing |
| Contributing office(s) | Coop Res Unit Leetown |
| Description | 20 p. |
| First page | 1 |
| Last page | 20 |
| Country | Canada, United States |
| Other Geospatial | Laurentian Great Lakes |