Analysis of Differential Delayed Mortality Experienced by Stream-type Chinook Salmon of the Snake River: A response by State, Tribal, and USFWS technical staff to the 'D'(English)

Series: English

In this paper, we evaluate the NMFS conclusion that 'D' is now much higher than previously thought (A-Fish), demonstrate the sensitivity of estimates of 'D' to the numerous assumptions required to make an estimate of 'D', clarify and discuss the evidence for and against various interpretations of these assumptions, and discuss the possibility of improving estimates of 'D' in the future.