A Field Evaluation of an External and Neutrally Buoyant Acoustic Transmitter for Juvenile Salmon: Implications for Estimating Hydroturbine Passage Survival

Brown, Richard S.; Deng, Zhiqun; Cook, Katrina V.; Pflugrath, Brett D.; Li, Xinya; Fu, Tao; Martinez, Jayson J.; Li, Huidong; Trumbo, Bradly A.; Ahmann, Martin L.; Seaburg, Adam

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“…Thus, since the life of small electronic tags is usually low (but see [39]), external tagging can be preferred due to lower acute health effects compared to surgical implantation, where a longer recovery period may be evident. In a field study on Chinook salmon smolts, Brown et al [40] observed 10 % tag loss 9-17 days after tagging, as well as a high proportion of tags that were loose or displaced. In another laboratory study on Chinook smolts, only 5 % of the fish lost the external tags within 2 weeks [41], but tearing and loosening of the sutures holding the tags were also observed.…”

Section: Cebidichthys Violaceusmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Brown et al [81] compared survival of externally tagged hatchery-reared Chinook salmon juveniles during simulated turbine passage (laboratory) and found no difference in mortality between tagged and control fish. A further (field) comparison between surgically implanted (PIT-tags) and externally tagged hatchery-reared Chinook smolts during passage of hydropower stations and along river reaches showed that external tags were suitable for short-term migration studies, but not for longer periods than 10 days due to tag loss and mortality [40]. In masu salmon (Oncorhynchus masou) juveniles, kept in an outdoor tank, 83 % of externally tagged and 42 % of surgically implanted fish died within 68 days [68].…”

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confidence: 99%

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The use of external electronic tags on fish: an evaluation of tag retention and tagging effects

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External tagging of fish with electronic tags has been used for decades for a wide range of marine and freshwater species. In the early years of fish telemetry research, it was the most commonly used attachment method, but later internal implants became preferred. Recently, the number of telemetry studies using external tagging has increased, especially with the development of archival tags (data storage tags, DSTs), pop-up satellite archival tags (PSATs) and other environment-sensing tags. Scientific evaluations of the tagging method are rather scarce for most species. We identified 89 publications, reporting effects of external tagging for 80 different fish species, which constitute the main basis for this review. External attachment holds certain benefits compared to other tagging methods, for example, speed of application, and it may be the only option for fishes with a body shape unsuitable for surgical implantation, or when using tags with sensors recording the external environment. The most commonly reported problems with external tags are tissue damage, premature tag loss, and decreased swimming capacity, but the effects are highly context dependent and species specific. Reduced growth and survival have also been recorded, but direct mortality caused by external tagging seems rare. Most of the studies reviewed evaluate tag retention, survival, and tissue reactions. There is a general need for more research on the effects of external tagging of fish with electronic tags, but particularly there are few studies on predation risk, social interactions, and studies distinguishing capture and handling effects from tagging effects. For PSATs, especially those that are large relative to fish size, there are particular problems with a high proportion of premature tag losses, reduced swimming capacity, and likely increased predation, but there remains a paucity of tag effect studies related to the use of PSATs. Before embarking on a field study employing external tagging with electronic tags, we recommend the use of appropriate pilot studies, controlled where possible, to quantify potential impacts of tagging.

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Section: Cebidichthys Violaceusmentioning

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Section: Survivalmentioning

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The use of external electronic tags on fish: an evaluation of tag retention and tagging effects

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“…Carlson et al (2012) demonstrated that for juvenile Chinook Salmon exposed to rapid decompression associated with simulated turbine passage, the probability of injury and mortality increased as tag burden increased. To overcome this, we recommend using the smallest tag possible to minimize tag burden or a neutrally buoyant, externally attached tag (tag burden of 0%; Deng et al 2012;Janak et al 2012;Brown et al 2012dBrown et al , 2013b, when examining survival of fish exposed to rapid decompression associated with infrastructure passage. In addition, having a telemetry transmitter inside the body cavity may limit the amount that a swim bladder can expand before it ruptures or causes compression-related injuries.…”

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“…Therefore, field estimates of mortality that are based upon tagged fish have the potential to overestimate the severity of barotrauma injury. To overcome this, we recommend using the smallest tag possible to minimize tag burden or a neutrally buoyant, externally attached tag (tag burden of 0%; Deng et al 2012;Janak et al 2012;Brown et al 2012dBrown et al , 2013b, when examining survival of fish exposed to rapid decompression associated with infrastructure passage.…”

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Understanding Barotrauma in Fish Passing Hydro Structures: A Global Strategy for Sustainable Development of Water Resources

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Freshwater fishes are one of the most imperiled groups of vertebrates, and population declines are alarming in terms of biodiversity and to communities that rely on fisheries for their livelihood and nutrition. One activity associated with declines in freshwater fish populations is water resource development, including dams, weirs, and hydropower facilities. Fish passing through irrigation and hydro infrastructures during downstream migration experience a rapid decrease in pressure, which can lead to injuries (barotrauma) that contribute to mortality. There is renewed initiative to expand hydropower and irrigation infrastructure to improve water security and increase low‐carbon energy generation. The impact of barotrauma on fish must be understood and mitigated to ensure that development is sustainable for fisheries. This will involve taking steps to expand the knowledge of barotrauma‐related injury from its current focus, mainly on seaward‐migrating juvenile salmonids of the Pacific Northwest, to incorporate a greater diversity of fish species and life stages from many parts of the world. This article summarizes research that has examined barotrauma during fish passage and articulates a research framework to promote a standardized, global approach. The suggested approach provides clearly defined links to adaptive development of fish friendly technologies, aimed at mitigating the threats faced by global freshwater fisheries from the rapid expansion of water infrastructure.

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“…gadoids, sparids) cannot. Physoclistous fish slowly regulate air exchange via blood diffusion through a network of small vessels located on the swim bladder membrane, making them more susceptible to barotrauma when passing through hydroelectric turbines (EPRI 2011a;Brown et al 2013;Brown et al 2014).…”

Section: Hydropower Developmentmentioning

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The Spatial Ecology and Biological Responses of Wild Fishes Relative to Hydropower Development on the Winnipeg River

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I DedicationFirst, I dedicate this thesis to my wife, Nicole, for her enduring patience, support, and encouragement throughout my graduate studies. To my parents, for providing numerous opportunities for helping me discover and develop my passion for fish and conservation biology, as well as for their support and encouragement during my time in academia. To my FECPL colleagues, for all of the valuable and constructive ideas and feedback related to my research, data analyses, and the many memorable times I shared with many of you during my time at Carleton University. II AbstractWild fish population are often impounded by hydropower dams, which can restrict migration and habitat requirements, while making fishes susceptible to deleterious harm from entrainment through spillways and turbines, stranding from dewatering, as well as hydrokinetic developments that are being proposed for installment within tailraces. An acoustic biotelemetry study and model selection analysis was used to investigate the spatial ecology and biological responses from Lake Sturgeon and Walleye relative to hydropower developments on a large boreal shield river system. The results in chapter 2 document the seasonal trends in habitat use, activity responses, and depth use for Lake Sturgeon and Walleye within a run-of-river impoundment. In chapter 3, the telemetry data was used to investigate the risk from hydrokinetic turbines placed within the tailrace of a hydropower generating station on wild fishes. This information will help to inform managers and regulators where Lake Sturgeon and Walleye populations occur, and help guide best practices for commercial operations for hydrokinetic turbines that are placed within tailraces of hydropower stations. III

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A Field Evaluation of an External and Neutrally Buoyant Acoustic Transmitter for Juvenile Salmon: Implications for Estimating Hydroturbine Passage Survival

Cited by 9 publications

References 45 publications

The use of external electronic tags on fish: an evaluation of tag retention and tagging effects

The use of external electronic tags on fish: an evaluation of tag retention and tagging effects

Understanding Barotrauma in Fish Passing Hydro Structures: A Global Strategy for Sustainable Development of Water Resources

The Spatial Ecology and Biological Responses of Wild Fishes Relative to Hydropower Development on the Winnipeg River

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