Protocol for the detection and relocation of freshwater mussel species at risk in Ontario-Great Lakes Area (OGLA) / by G. Mackie, T.J. Morris, and D. Ming. : Fs97-4/2790E

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Provides general information on the Species at Risk Act (SARA), implications of SARA and its listed species on proposed habitat alterations, and the associated roles and responsibilities of Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Conservation Authorities, proponents, consultants, and other scientific authorities. The purpose is to outline and standardize methods to be incorporated into field surveys carried out to detect, and when appropriate, to relocate and monitor mussel species at risk in Ontario. Guidance on when a SARA permit is needed and the process for obtaining the permit is also provided. Designed for use by persons planning projects in and around water that might affect mussel species at risk in Ontario.

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Publication information
Department/Agency Canada. Department of Fisheries and Oceans.
Title Protocol for the detection and relocation of freshwater mussel species at risk in Ontario-Great Lakes Area (OGLA) / by G. Mackie, T.J. Morris, and D. Ming.
Series title Canadian manuscript report of fisheries and aquatic sciences0706-64732790
Publication type Series - View Master Record
Language [English]
Format Paper
Other formats Electronic-[English]
Note(s) (Résumé en français.)
Publishing information Burlington - Ontario : Fisheries and Oceans Canada 2008.
Binding Spiral binding
Description vi, 50p. : figs., references, tables, photographs ; 28 cm.
ISSN 0706-6473
Catalogue number
  • Fs97-4/2790E
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