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Lake Sturgeon Could Live 400 Years | Charleston News
Ancient lake sturgeon, older than the Great Lakes themselves, might live up to 400 years—far longer than previously thought. Scientists ditched fin-ring counting for a new growth-rate formula using decades of tagging data, revealing males live 90–279 years and females up to 427. This longevity underscores their extreme vulnerability: fewer than 1% remain today after near-extinction in the 1800s. With slow reproduction, every sturgeon counts—and strict protection, hatchery programs, and conservation efforts are vital to restore these ecosystem giants. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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