Native American History and Sturgeon Conservation

What was one of the primary fish species used by Native Americans in Wisconsin for food?

• Salmon

• Trout

• Sturgeon

• Catfish

What strategy did Native Americans use to gather food with minimal effort and risk?

• Random Foraging

• Nomadic Hunting

• Optimum Foraging Strategy

• Seasonal Gathering

During which season did the Menomonee Indians traditionally harvest sturgeon?

• Spring

• Autumn

• Winter

• Summer

What was one major consequence of European colonization on Native American fishing practices?

• Ban on fishing activities

• Increase in fish population

• Construction of dams blocking fish migration

• Introduction of new fishing techniques

How have modern efforts helped restore the sturgeon population in Wisconsin?

• Through artificial breeding

• By banning fishing

• Through electrofishing and relocation

• By removing all dams