alewives
Freshwater Renaissance
Born in Maine’s inland watersheds, an increasing alewife population leads to a cultural revival during their annual spawning run.
The Heart of the Sea
As dams are removed, reconnecting Maine lakes and the salty sea, alewife populations are rebounding. And that’s a good thing, biologists say.
Penobscot River Restoration
A multi-year project to remove dams and restore the Penobscot River is paying off as fish populations rebound.
