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IDFG Biologists look into the effect of Utah chub on Yellowstone cutthroat in Henrys Lake

Henrys Lake is a renowned trophy trout fishery that is managed for rainbow trout and Yellowstone cutthroat trout hybrids, Yellowstone cutthroat trout, and brook trout. Yellowstone cutthroat trout is a popular sport fish and is native to Henrys Lake and the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Unfortunately, Yellowstone cutthroat trout have experienced substantial population declines caused by nonnative species and reduced habitat quality and quantity. As a result, conserving native Yellowstone cutthroat trout in Henrys Lake is a high priority for resource managers. Read more.