Conservation status of British Columbia salmonids facts for kids

British Columbia is home to 22 different kinds of salmonids. These are special fish like salmon and trout. This page tells you about how well these fish are doing in BC. Scientists keep track of their numbers to make sure they stay healthy. This helps us protect them for the future.

Understanding Fish Status

When we talk about the status of fish, we mean how safe they are from disappearing. British Columbia uses a special system to show which fish need help. This system helps experts decide which fish to focus on protecting.

BC's Color Lists

• Red List: These fish are in serious trouble. They might be gone from BC already, or they are facing extinction very soon. Some are likely to become endangered if we don't help them. Being on the Red List means they need urgent attention and research.
• Blue List: These fish need extra care. They are not in immediate danger like the Red List fish, but they could become at risk. This might be because of human activities or natural events. They are sensitive and need to be watched closely.
• Yellow List: These fish are doing well! They are considered safe and not at risk of disappearing. Even if a species is Yellow-listed, some of its smaller groups (called subspecies) might still be on the Red or Blue lists.
• Exotic List: These are fish that are not naturally from British Columbia. Humans brought them here from other places. Because they are not native, they don't get a conservation status like the Red, Blue, or Yellow lists. They are also called introduced or non-native species.

Fish Status by Species

Here is a list of salmonids found in British Columbia and their current status. The "Provincial Status" column shows a code that scientists use, and the "B.C. List" column shows which color list they are on.