Deep Water Science Project, Great Lakes

Publisher: USGS | Science Center: Great Lakes Science Center (GLSC, Ann Arbor) | Format: URL

www.glsc.usgs.gov — The USGS Great Lakes Science Center (GLSC) has a long history of significant contributions to the understanding of aquatic resources in the Great The main focus of the Center's research is on the long-term dynamics of native and non-native aquatic species and the sustainability of Great Lakes fisheries. Since the Center was established, the fish More... The USGS Great Lakes Science Center (GLSC) has a long history of significant contributions to the understanding of aquatic resources in the Great The main focus of the Center's research is on the long-term dynamics of native and non-native aquatic species and the sustainability of Great Lakes fisheries. Since the Center was established, the fish community structure of the Great Lakes has changed significantly. Each lake has seen the introduction of exotic species and the dramatic impact of over fishing. As a product of this long-term monitoring, data sets exist that describe the abundance of predators and their prey fish in each lake and are highly valued resources for understanding the long-term dynamics of the fish community in relation to biotic and abiotic influences, and for modeling Great Lakes ecosystem dynamics. Research is underway on each lake, conducted by the field stations and research vessels, as well as at headquarters in Ann Arbor. Less...