Aquatic Species at Risk
in the
Sydenham Watershed
2009 Newsletter
Only 200 years ago, the Sydenham River was surrounded by swamp, forest and marsh. The Sydenham river is the only river in Canada that falls entirely within the Carolinian Life Zone, with the longest frostfree seasons and the mildest winters in Ontario. The Carolinian Life Zone boasts more types of plants and animals than any other ecosystem in Canada. At least 82 species of fish and 34 species of mussels have been found so far.
The Canadian Species at Risk Act was created to protect many aquatic species including fish, reptiles, marine mammals and molluscs.
This site is about the work we do to address the recovery of 14 aquatic species at risk living in the river.
We address habitat stewardship through specific incentives to landowners; monitoring of aquatic health to evaluate progress; and information and education regarding species at risk through school programs, landowner contact and direct promotion.
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