VOICED : Salmon hitch a ride to the ocean because of California drought

The video discusses the challenges faced by wild Pacific salmon due to drought conditions. Salmon are unable to swim to the ocean naturally, so they are transported 200 miles to San Francisco Bay to ensure their survival. This costly alternative aims to preserve the fishing industry. The salmon are acclimated to new waters before being released, and they must return in three years to lay eggs.

What is the primary reason the salmon are not swimming to open waters naturally this year?

• Increased predator presence

• Changes in water temperature

• Drought conditions

• Pollution in the river

How are the salmon being transported to ensure their survival?

• By train

• By boat

• By air

• By truck

What is the main goal of transporting 12 million smalls this year?

• To increase the salmon population

• To preserve the fishing industry

• To improve water quality

• To reduce transportation costs

What is the purpose of keeping the fish in nets for a few hours before release?

• To acclimate them to new waters

• To feed them

• To tag them for research

• To clean them

What challenge will the salmon face in three years?

• Adapting to warmer waters

• Avoiding new predators

• Returning to lay eggs on their own

• Finding food in the ocean