Thousands of Atlantic salmon released into Irondequoit Creek.
Thousands of Atlantic salmon have been released into Irondequoit Creek as part of efforts to restore the species to historic waters, according to local media reports.
The Fish Hatchery at Powder Mills Park said around 4,500 yearling Atlantic salmon were received from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation last autumn and released this week.
Officials said rearing the fish in local water is intended to help returning adults identify the creek for future spawning.
The programme marks the first release into Irondequoit Creek under the current initiative. Returning fish, if successful, would not be expected for around two years.
Future stocking will depend on fish availability, hatchery capacity and wider state priorities.
