The photo above is from the Klamath
Basin National Wildlife Refuges in the Upper Klamath Basin, still home to
millions of migratory water fowl, though only a small fraction of what once
inhabited the upper basin. These refuges host almost 90% of all migratory birds
using the Pacific Flyway. Photo courtesy of Klamath Basin National Wildlife
Refuge. |
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Almost 80% of the once extensive upper
basin lake system has been converted to commercial farmlands. Many of these
areas can be restored, simultaneously expanding waterfowl habitat, reducing
excessive irrigation demand and storing more water in the basin while improving
water quality and economic stability for farmers. Map courtesy of Oregon
Natural Resources Council (ONRC) |
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