The Fisheries Division is seeking those with a keen eye for Blueback Herring and Alewife runs. There have been very low returns since 2021 and the need for looking hard and reporting observations – even if there is only a few fish – is requested. We are looking for folks to keep an eye on their local waters, especially southwest CT, that traditionally have a spring run of “buckies”. If you are interested in being a river herring observer, please reach out to Kevin.job@ct.gov or when you see fish returning please email Kevin.job@ct.gov and let him know.

The Plight of Southern New England’s River Herring

Alewife Revival